2wd -vs- 4wd bumper brackets - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CJ2A · 11-06-2021, 05:12 PM

Yesterday I received a new front bumper and brackets for my 71 K20. I just noticed the front bumper bracket box says 2wd.

Can someone tell me the differences ?

**Richard** · 11-07-2021, 01:45 AM

I know the 4wd brackets mount right in the middle of the spring hanger/core support bracket on the frame and brackets have a recess in them to clear the turn signals. From what I have seen the 71-72 2wd do not have the recess. Here are the 4wd brackets. https://www.classicparts.com/1971-72...info/65-355B/# I put 2wd core support frame brackets on my truck because I do not need the spring hangers. They do not have the hole in them for the bumper bracket and have to drill out. Suspect outer 2wd brackets are longer and mounted further back on frame.

**CUSTOM/10** · 11-07-2021, 08:50 AM

This thread should help, 71,72 front 4x4 bumper brackets are different than 2wd.
Gary

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...per+bracket+id

CJ2A · 11-07-2021, 11:04 AM

That thread sure did help,
Thank you!

11-06-2021, 05:12 PM	#1
CJ2A Registered User Join Date: May 2019 Location: Hathaway Pines, CA Posts: 120	2wd -vs- 4wd bumper brackets Yesterday I received a new front bumper and brackets for my 71 K20. I just noticed the front bumper bracket box says 2wd. Can someone tell me the differences ? __________________ 48 CJ2A 63 1500 GMC (LS1 w/ Muncie 4spd) 68 RS Camaro 71 K20 BBC & granny 4 speed 95 2500 4x4 17 HD2500 4x4 Want => 67 C10 short bed w/ Manual Tranny

11-07-2021, 01:45 AM	#2
Richard Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,745	Re: 2wd -vs- 4wd bumper brackets I know the 4wd brackets mount right in the middle of the spring hanger/core support bracket on the frame and brackets have a recess in them to clear the turn signals. From what I have seen the 71-72 2wd do not have the recess. Here are the 4wd brackets. https://www.classicparts.com/1971-72...info/65-355B/# I put 2wd core support frame brackets on my truck because I do not need the spring hangers. They do not have the hole in them for the bumper bracket and have to drill out. Suspect outer 2wd brackets are longer and mounted further back on frame. __________________ Richard 1972 K10 Custom Deluxe SWB Fleetside My build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=800746

11-07-2021, 08:50 AM	#3
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,801	Re: 2wd -vs- 4wd bumper brackets This thread should help, 71,72 front 4x4 bumper brackets are different than 2wd. Gary http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...per+bracket+id __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

11-07-2021, 11:04 AM	#4
CJ2A Registered User Join Date: May 2019 Location: Hathaway Pines, CA Posts: 120	Re: 2wd -vs- 4wd bumper brackets That thread sure did help, Thank you! __________________ 48 CJ2A 63 1500 GMC (LS1 w/ Muncie 4spd) 68 RS Camaro 71 K20 BBC & granny 4 speed 95 2500 4x4 17 HD2500 4x4 Want => 67 C10 short bed w/ Manual Tranny



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