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winchster · 02-09-2010, 11:26 PM

I have searched every forum known to man, but I can't find it.

I have a '78 K5. I am looking for a beefed up or aftermarket version of the very front crossmember on the frame. The one next to the steering box. I've found several versions of the engine crossmember but apparently I don't know what to call the one I'm looking for.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Mr.Chevy4x4 · 02-10-2010, 12:05 AM

I don't know of anyone that makes a stronger front cross member, but there are companies that make bolt-in and weld-in braces for the front cross member and steering box. Check out this link:

http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/steeringkit.htm

winchster · 02-10-2010, 12:13 AM

Yeah, I've found those. I am probably going to buy their engine crossmember but I was thinking I might be able to find the front one redone.

If not, then I guess best bet will be buy the plates and the brace and just go on.

02-09-2010, 11:26 PM	#1
winchster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 220	Part Identification Help I have searched every forum known to man, but I can't find it. I have a '78 K5. I am looking for a beefed up or aftermarket version of the very front crossmember on the frame. The one next to the steering box. I've found several versions of the engine crossmember but apparently I don't know what to call the one I'm looking for. Any help is greatly appreciated. __________________ '49 AD 5 window deluxe cab sitting on a '78 K5 chassis Support our troops, stand behind 'em or get in front of 'em. What country can preserve its liberties if its rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance?

02-10-2010, 12:05 AM	#2
Mr.Chevy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sims, NC Posts: 531	Re: Part Identification Help I don't know of anyone that makes a stronger front cross member, but there are companies that make bolt-in and weld-in braces for the front cross member and steering box. Check out this link: http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/steeringkit.htm

02-10-2010, 12:13 AM	#3
winchster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 220	Re: Part Identification Help Yeah, I've found those. I am probably going to buy their engine crossmember but I was thinking I might be able to find the front one redone. If not, then I guess best bet will be buy the plates and the brace and just go on. __________________ '49 AD 5 window deluxe cab sitting on a '78 K5 chassis Support our troops, stand behind 'em or get in front of 'em. What country can preserve its liberties if its rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance?



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