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chip46wis · 11-26-2007, 06:13 PM

Just thinking ahead-what is anyone running for front suspensions on the 47-54s I have looked at the S-10 frame swap but actually Im leaning more towards a Heidts or similiar setup for the 50.

solidaxel · 11-26-2007, 07:36 PM

This is a crossmember manufactured for our AD trucks and this is on a 53 that I am building.
It is made by Industrial Chassis Inc in Phoenix AZ ade it uses Dodge Dakota bolt on suspension parts from a 86 to 80 Dodge Dakota and the prices are competative with the COMPLETE MII set ups, but the DOdge is a bigger truck which makes is just right for our AD's

chip46wis · 11-26-2007, 10:04 PM

I like that!----thank you for the pics and your time.

solidaxel · 11-27-2007, 01:55 AM

The Dodge Dakota parts are from a 86 to 90, my error not the 80 to 86!!!

Daniel U · 11-27-2007, 09:00 PM

My '54 had a Pacer front end we cut off and replaced with the Must.II front by TCI. It was the best choice for me. In the long run it will be cheaper to maintain and rebuild. Pacer parts a harder to come by. Not to mention the cleaner look of the TCI parts.

Lrall · 11-27-2007, 09:17 PM

s10 frame swap here, TOTALLY worth it. its nice having a new(ish) frame, disc brakes etc etc

solidaxel · 11-27-2007, 10:55 PM

Is your truck on the road?

Lrall · 11-27-2007, 10:59 PM

mine? no

Lrall · 11-28-2007, 11:26 PM

should be mid march/april

8ball · 11-29-2007, 10:52 AM

Heidts Mustang II here....

jkaylor68gmc · 11-29-2007, 11:00 AM

I did the IFS from Fat Man Fabrications. His stuff is so awesome and comes with the polished tubular stuff for no extra charge!

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Phatt47 · 12-01-2007, 07:55 AM

I bought my frame from a guy who had it professionaly built. 1980 Camaro front clip, 1947 mid frame and rear clip is a narrowed 1985 chevy pickup parallel leaf spring frame, It had a narrowed Ford 9" rear with new strange axles. Got the whole thing for 500 bucks. It is something i would never have tackled myself. At the same time I was doing mine a good buddy was building a 49 sedan delivery. He used a MII with air bags it was easy and it rides fine. He actually went with a junk yard assembly. After watching him I think I would do the same if I ever do it again. Just make sure whatever you use will be narrow enough to accomadate the wheels and tires you plan on using.LFE

55dude · 12-01-2007, 08:04 AM

was the camaro clip narrowed before it was installed? the track width is about 6" too wide for the AD trucks. they seem to be fine for the TF trucks. last thing you want is the front tires sticking out like rabbit ears. hit www.stovebolt.com and do a search on ad frame swap.

pgf545 · 12-01-2007, 10:15 PM

Chip, Check out my build thread, I did a Heidts on my dads 52. It was pretty easy to do.

Bernie

Phatt47 · 12-02-2007, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 55dude

was the camaro clip narrowed before it was installed? the track width is about 6" too wide for the AD trucks. they seem to be fine for the TF trucks. last thing you want is the front tires sticking out like rabbit ears. hit www.stovebolt.com and do a search on ad frame swap.

No it was not done I had to buy fatman narrowed tube A arms ,they worked fine brought my wheels inside the fenders just right. I also air bagged the front end. I like the in the weeds look.LFE

GraybealGarage · 12-02-2007, 01:05 PM

I did the no limit engineering kit mad specifically for air ride.

Very easy install, great prices and quality.

solidaxel · 02-22-2008, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

I did the IFS from Fat Man Fabrications. His stuff is so awesome and comes with the polished tubular stuff for no extra charge!

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Now that you have all of your front parts for your truck can you tell me how much you have invested including the R&P brakes and motor mounts. The complete front end down to the flex lines and brake stuff. I want to compare it to what I spent on my Dakota stuff to see how they compare in price

Cole_lol · 12-30-2007, 09:11 PM

Here is a question that is comeing from a novice so here it goes.

I see alot of you guys use the weld in front end what is your idea of a bolt in frontend? I do see some kits that are the same just kinda wondering if they are a good or bad idea...

Thanks,
Cole

solidaxel · 01-02-2008, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cole_lol

Here is a question that is comeing from a novice so here it goes.

I see alot of you guys use the weld in front end what is your idea of a bolt in frontend? I do see some kits that are the same just kinda wondering if they are a good or bad idea...

Thanks,
Cole

Have you looked into RB's or Chassis Engineering bolt on parts?

Cole_lol · 01-03-2008, 12:15 AM

No i have not, do you haVe some links to them two sites

solidaxel · 02-27-2008, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chip46wis

Just thinking ahead-what is anyone running for front suspensions on the 47-54s I have looked at the S-10 frame swap but actually Im leaning more towards a Heidts or similiar setup for the 50.

Do you have any updates on your project!!!!

mariojb · 02-29-2008, 12:29 AM

Stock solid axle with removed leafs, disc brakes, power steering and a sway bar.
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55dude · 03-02-2008, 12:25 AM

really nice dude! love your truck. what power steeringg setup did you use. i have owned AD'S in the past with leaves removed and even with the front end entirely rebuilt it still felt wobbly. i'm speaking from owning 6+ trucks with varius clips from corvair-camaro.

mariojb · 03-02-2008, 03:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 55dude

really nice dude! love your truck. what power steeringg setup did you use. i have owned AD'S in the past with leaves removed and even with the front end entirely rebuilt it still felt wobbly. i'm speaking from owning 6+ trucks with varius clips from corvair-camaro.

Saginaw steering box mounted on the outside of the frame. The kit can be had from Classic Performance. The sway bar on the front makes a HUGE difference. Still not as stable as IFS on bumpy back roads but fine on the paved roadways....and cheap. More pics can be seen here http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2930870

11-26-2007, 06:13 PM	#1
chip46wis Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Central Wisconsin Posts: 1,317	Whats your 1950 front suspension? Just thinking ahead-what is anyone running for front suspensions on the 47-54s I have looked at the S-10 frame swap but actually Im leaning more towards a Heidts or similiar setup for the 50.

11-26-2007, 07:36 PM	#2
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? This is a crossmember manufactured for our AD trucks and this is on a 53 that I am building. It is made by Industrial Chassis Inc in Phoenix AZ ade it uses Dodge Dakota bolt on suspension parts from a 86 to 80 Dodge Dakota and the prices are competative with the COMPLETE MII set ups, but the DOdge is a bigger truck which makes is just right for our AD's Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

11-26-2007, 10:04 PM	#3
chip46wis Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Central Wisconsin Posts: 1,317	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? I like that!----thank you for the pics and your time.

11-27-2007, 01:55 AM	#4
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? The Dodge Dakota parts are from a 86 to 90, my error not the 80 to 86!!! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

11-27-2007, 09:00 PM	#5
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? My '54 had a Pacer front end we cut off and replaced with the Must.II front by TCI. It was the best choice for me. In the long run it will be cheaper to maintain and rebuild. Pacer parts a harder to come by. Not to mention the cleaner look of the TCI parts. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe Last edited by Daniel U; 11-27-2007 at 09:02 PM.

11-27-2007, 09:17 PM	#6
Lrall Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 221	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? s10 frame swap here, TOTALLY worth it. its nice having a new(ish) frame, disc brakes etc etc

11-27-2007, 10:55 PM	#7
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? Is your truck on the road? __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

11-27-2007, 10:59 PM	#8
Lrall Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 221	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? mine? no

11-28-2007, 11:26 PM	#9
Lrall Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 221	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? should be mid march/april

11-29-2007, 10:52 AM	#10
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? Heidts Mustang II here....

11-29-2007, 11:00 AM	#11
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? I did the IFS from Fat Man Fabrications. His stuff is so awesome and comes with the polished tubular stuff for no extra charge! __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

12-01-2007, 07:55 AM	#12
Phatt47 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Dover De Posts: 67	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? I bought my frame from a guy who had it professionaly built. 1980 Camaro front clip, 1947 mid frame and rear clip is a narrowed 1985 chevy pickup parallel leaf spring frame, It had a narrowed Ford 9" rear with new strange axles. Got the whole thing for 500 bucks. It is something i would never have tackled myself. At the same time I was doing mine a good buddy was building a 49 sedan delivery. He used a MII with air bags it was easy and it rides fine. He actually went with a junk yard assembly. After watching him I think I would do the same if I ever do it again. Just make sure whatever you use will be narrow enough to accomadate the wheels and tires you plan on using.LFE

12-01-2007, 08:04 AM	#13
55dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: tacoma wa. Posts: 1,037	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? was the camaro clip narrowed before it was installed? the track width is about 6" too wide for the AD trucks. they seem to be fine for the TF trucks. last thing you want is the front tires sticking out like rabbit ears. hit www.stovebolt.com and do a search on ad frame swap.

12-01-2007, 10:15 PM	#14
pgf545 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Fe,Texas Posts: 933	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? Chip, Check out my build thread, I did a Heidts on my dads 52. It was pretty easy to do. Bernie __________________ 52 Chevy Truck (Dad's) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206021

12-02-2007, 01:05 PM	#16
GraybealGarage Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Pendleton, OR Posts: 150	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? I did the no limit engineering kit mad specifically for air ride. Very easy install, great prices and quality. Attached Images __________________ Jason 1971 SWB currently reconstructing... Dropmembers, 20/22 rushforths... Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=467329



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12-30-2007, 09:11 PM	#18
Cole_lol Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 40	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? Here is a question that is comeing from a novice so here it goes. I see alot of you guys use the weld in front end what is your idea of a bolt in frontend? I do see some kits that are the same just kinda wondering if they are a good or bad idea... Thanks, Cole

01-03-2008, 12:15 AM	#20
Cole_lol Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 40	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? No i have not, do you haVe some links to them two sites

02-29-2008, 12:29 AM	#22
mariojb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Midlothian, Texas Posts: 40	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? Stock solid axle with removed leafs, disc brakes, power steering and a sway bar.

03-02-2008, 12:25 AM	#23
55dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: tacoma wa. Posts: 1,037	Re: Whats your 1950 front suspension? really nice dude! love your truck. what power steeringg setup did you use. i have owned AD'S in the past with leaves removed and even with the front end entirely rebuilt it still felt wobbly. i'm speaking from owning 6+ trucks with varius clips from corvair-camaro.

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