What does a frame weigh? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**JQ-72** · 11-09-2014, 09:56 AM

Anyone happen to know how much a 67-72 rolling long wheel base frame weighs?
JQ

hugger6933 · 11-09-2014, 10:57 AM

Just strictly going from the late models I'm use to dealing with although they are much heavier built I would say 600 to 725# in that neighborhood. The reason before anyone jumps me saying they don't built them like they used to why are you saying the newer ones are heavier? Well, they are boxed, in some cases boxed well past the trans crossmember, some behind the front spring pads.

*Fitz* · 11-09-2014, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JQ-72

Anyone happen to know how much a 67-72 rolling long wheel base frame weighs?
JQ

Can't weigh that much. two fat old guys put mine on the trailer to go to the powdercoater without getting hernias.

cdowns · 11-09-2014, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fitz

can't weigh that much. Two fat old guys put mine on the trailer to go to the powdercoater without getting hernias.

two guys can lift a rolling frame ??? I dont think so!!!!

**JQ-72** · 11-09-2014, 11:41 PM

Thanks. I'm needing to get a ball park estimate. I just bought a nice bed that is still attached to the frame. We agreed on a price on the bed and when I asked about the frame the guy said whatever it will bring for scrap.
JQ

hugger6933 · 11-10-2014, 08:15 AM

The frame won't be very heavy when considering the prices of scrap iron

*Fitz* · 11-10-2014, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

two guys can lift a rolling frame ??? I dont think so!!!!

If it was a roller, why lift it at all? Just roll the F'n thing onto the trailer. But THIS one you need to lift. And two old fat guys did it.

cdowns · 11-10-2014, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fitz

if it was a roller, why lift it at all? Just roll the f'n thing onto the trailer. But this one you need to lift. And two old fat guys did it.

the question was what does a roller frame wheigh not what two fat guys can lift

**LostMy65** · 05-06-2016, 02:59 PM

Cracks me up.

Alex V. · 05-06-2016, 08:15 PM

I have no scientific numbers but I can see a 67-72 frame with only axles, springs, wheels, and steering gear (no drivetrain) weighing 850-1,100 lbs. If the seller wants to be sure he's not getting taken, figure on 1,200 lbs. - scrap is so low right now it's very little difference.

**special-K** · 05-07-2016, 09:04 AM

I guess we never got an answer, so I'll offer my scientific answer. According to my research it weighs more than two fat guys can lift, but they can push it...if they aren't fat AND dumb. Sorry for the late answer

midniteblues · 05-07-2016, 12:45 PM

bare frame isnt heavy at all i moved mine around my self.i would say 200-300#

now since its rolling the weight of the complete front c member,rear axle and suspention with wheels its gotta be close too 1000-1300#....here they "can" deduct the cost of getting rid of the tires since they are not metal.
good luck getting a good deal

11-09-2014, 09:56 AM	#1
JQ-72 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Killen, Alabama USA Posts: 3,529	What does a frame weigh? Anyone happen to know how much a 67-72 rolling long wheel base frame weighs? JQ __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super swb. Factory 402/400,tach,posi,AM/FM, A/C. Adding cruise, 8-track 72 Cheyenne Super swb. 350/350 A/C, bucket seats 72 Cheyenne swb. Factory 402/400, tilt, posi, A/C 72 Cheyenne Super K-10. 350/4 spd., posi. 72 Suburban 350/350 tilt, tach, AM/FM, A/C, luggage rack 72 GMC Sierra lwb. 350/350, A/C. medium green/olive interior

11-09-2014, 10:57 AM	#2
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,257	Re: What does a frame weigh? Just strictly going from the late models I'm use to dealing with although they are much heavier built I would say 600 to 725# in that neighborhood. The reason before anyone jumps me saying they don't built them like they used to why are you saying the newer ones are heavier? Well, they are boxed, in some cases boxed well past the trans crossmember, some behind the front spring pads.

11-09-2014, 11:41 PM	#5
JQ-72 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Killen, Alabama USA Posts: 3,529	Re: What does a frame weigh? Thanks. I'm needing to get a ball park estimate. I just bought a nice bed that is still attached to the frame. We agreed on a price on the bed and when I asked about the frame the guy said whatever it will bring for scrap. JQ __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super swb. Factory 402/400,tach,posi,AM/FM, A/C. Adding cruise, 8-track 72 Cheyenne Super swb. 350/350 A/C, bucket seats 72 Cheyenne swb. Factory 402/400, tilt, posi, A/C 72 Cheyenne Super K-10. 350/4 spd., posi. 72 Suburban 350/350 tilt, tach, AM/FM, A/C, luggage rack 72 GMC Sierra lwb. 350/350, A/C. medium green/olive interior

11-10-2014, 08:15 AM	#6
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,257	Re: What does a frame weigh? The frame won't be very heavy when considering the prices of scrap iron

05-06-2016, 02:59 PM	#9
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: What does a frame weigh? Cracks me up. __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

05-06-2016, 08:15 PM	#10
Alex V. Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Campbellsville, KY Posts: 888	Re: What does a frame weigh? I have no scientific numbers but I can see a 67-72 frame with only axles, springs, wheels, and steering gear (no drivetrain) weighing 850-1,100 lbs. If the seller wants to be sure he's not getting taken, figure on 1,200 lbs. - scrap is so low right now it's very little difference. __________________ Alex V. ------ 1967 C10 Suburban, 350/NP435, Green/Green, PS, PB, HD cooling, charging, shocks, and springs. 1985 GMC C3500 SRW, Sierra Classic, 454/TH400, white/blue. Last edited by Alex V.; 05-06-2016 at 08:45 PM.

05-07-2016, 09:04 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: What does a frame weigh? I guess we never got an answer, so I'll offer my scientific answer. According to my research it weighs more than two fat guys can lift, but they can push it...if they aren't fat AND dumb. Sorry for the late answer __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-07-2016, 12:45 PM	#12
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: What does a frame weigh? bare frame isnt heavy at all i moved mine around my self.i would say 200-300# now since its rolling the weight of the complete front c member,rear axle and suspention with wheels its gotta be close too 1000-1300#....here they "can" deduct the cost of getting rid of the tires since they are not metal. good luck getting a good deal __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.