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Hello guys
simply have a look
http://www.chevytruckworld.com/Image...d%20shorty.jpg
obviously it's the latest model gm truck, but it has a full lift kit, suspension and differentials for 2500 (8 bolts wheels)
which gives it an attractive look and reliable differentials.
i've googled that but no result came up :(
my question is : how to make like this ?
Remove 1/2 ton parts, replace with 3/4 ton parts.
SFA swap would net a better offroad suspension for the front but knocks on the fuel mileage. You can swap what ever axle you want to the rear whether it be from a volkswagon or a school bus. I've grenaded 3/4 ton parts in an IFS kit just as fast as I did 1/2 ton so I wouldn't look at this swap just for strength purposes on the front end. Truck does look good though.
is it as simple as that !!!
i don't think so
because there are much difference between those suspension
any more guys ?
You could take a RCLB 3/4 ton and bob the frame and put a short bed on it.
As said....
The rear is pretty easy to swap. I have a 14 bolt on the rear with a semi floating 14 bolt axle. Putting there a full floating 14 bolt will be the same thing, but will be heavy as hell.
Now, the IFS swap is more than a challenge.
The 9.2" front pinion and ring housing don't use the same location. Some have done this, but with serious Welder skills.
The 9.2" will prove to be stronger than the 8.2" but you could buy stronger axles and hubs. and better material pinion and ring.
Just my 2 cents.
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Originally Posted by BigMac
That would work, but a CCSB would be easier, take the extra out of the cab section on the frame.Quote:
Originally Posted by BigMac
how many inch this lift kit is ?? what do you expect guys ??
i really loved this car and i want to make one like this :(
I vote its a 2500 with bobbed frame.
It has torsion bars not the struts and the steering is totally different between the two.
Plus the frame in that wheel well looks a little bigger than a half ton frame.
Unless the truck has a dmax in it I wouldn't even bother with such a project. If you want heavier running gear, throw in a High Pinion D60 and either a 4-link up front or leafs. But I have a feeling you're going for the mall crawler look and not functionality so just save your dime and do a 7" IFS lift on a RCSB half ton
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some says it's 2500hd
and done a project on it to install 1500 bed on it !!
that could be true because it sounds easier
Looks like 2500 with chopped frame. As far as the lift, it looks like a 10-12 Cognito with 20x10 XD Diesels and 37x13.5 Toyo MTs.
Would definitely drive.
x2, Torsion bars are the give away.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jess