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70 Jimmy · 11-16-2002, 04:12 AM

I did it but I literally did a notch. I didn't have a plasma cutter so I just notched where the frame meets.

You'll run into clearance problems if you dont' notch for the steering linkage (I don't think it's an issue with the entire center section notched like the pic).

I like the way the one in the pic was done better because it leaves the same clearance for the engine and you won't have to shorten the motor mounts. I wish I had thought of that!

You'll have to raise the frame surface where the upper A arm bracket normally bolts to the frame.

Good Luck and post pics!

11-16-2002, 04:12 AM	#10
70 Jimmy aka Crusher, Crushergmc Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,834	I did it but I literally did a notch. I didn't have a plasma cutter so I just notched where the frame meets. You'll run into clearance problems if you dont' notch for the steering linkage (I don't think it's an issue with the entire center section notched like the pic). I like the way the one in the pic was done better because it leaves the same clearance for the engine and you won't have to shorten the motor mounts. I wish I had thought of that! You'll have to raise the frame surface where the upper A arm bracket normally bolts to the frame. Good Luck and post pics! __________________ "KEEP IT DOWN!" 70 Jimmy 454 2wd 56 GMC Big Window "It's funny till someone gets hurt, then it's freakin' hilarious"