MII dropped spindles and 4 link

[stevehsd]

I'm starting to feel like a minority here, you S10 guys have got a lot of cool projects going. I wanted to keep the cab mounted as it was stock, also I wanted a stock bed. I wonder if I'm really the minority here or are there just more guys writing about the S10 cause there's so much more work you have to do?

[54 jimmy]

the s10 is an fairly easy swap. lost of guys are doing them because it is less welding and cheaper too. you can pick up a s10 truck for a few hundred bucks. buy or build the mounts for the body. the cost depending on which way you go could be cheap or really cheap so putting a f$%d m2 on the front and 9 or8.8 in the rear can get a little pricey depending on you budget or even where you live. i did the s10 swap to my 53 gmc because my orignal frame was tweeked pretty bad behind the cab. i guess it is all a matter of how much F$%d do you want to put in you gm. as for me i think i'll keep as much F$%D out of my gmc as possible.

[mylow53]

steve i'm part of your minority.... i like the stock frame only modified. something about knowing your driving more than just 50 year old sheet metal... i understand why people do the s10 thing and i don't blame them i just prefer the old school route... i am no purest thats for sure.
my 2 cents
GT

[pgf545]

Steve, I am also with you...we did the MII and 9inch, but with springs not bags. Dad wanted old school springs....said he didn't trust the bags...lol.

Bernie

[Atomsplitter]

MII here as well but I don't have any F@%d in my truck, I have Heidts as MII only refers to the geometry.
Maybe we should call it something else like "Dorf" or "Fiord" or maybe "Fraud"?

[slicks garage]

Gentlemen,

I too have the F*%d MII from Heidts. In retrospect, the S 10 might have been easier, as I spliced two frames together to make one. Both tweeked on different ends.
I personally hate frame swaps. I think they usually look like S&!t when they are done. I like the looks of a "stock" style frame under the body. Stock style means fitting well, usually square tube.
I also don't care for Camaro front stubs, way too bulky for me.

Yes I spent waaaayyyy more money this route, but what the hell...........

[LEEVON]

Stevehsd I think s10 swaps are popular but still the minority by far. My next project will be one of these trucks and yours is a great inspiration. I've been obsessing and researching the frame options for months and I really do feel that the pros and cons balance out in the end. It really comes down to which resource you have more of - time or money?

That said, my preference after setting aside the time/money considerations is the front subframe with a 4 link or triangulated rear. My feeling is that this is a better foundation for resale and if you want to take the truck to another level in the future.

I am leaning towards a Scott Danforth subframe because of the G-body/S10 components and cost. I will also probably use a 4 link kit from a place like ***************** because of selection and cost.

On the other hand...if I happen to find a few perfect bodies with no frame (seen 2 lately) for a good price than an S10 swap might be a better choice.

[cajundragger]

if I did it again I'd use 2x4 and build a whole frame. Still a toss up on what front end I'd use though.