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thirdstreettito · 12-05-2008, 11:23 PM

Well, I've got a chance to get a 55-59(?)(the later model)1 ton dually. I have some questions. First, whats it called? I know it isnt called a C-30. Second can I swap in a later model front end with disk brakes, without needing to weld? Third is the frame the same as the 60-66, 67-72 etc? Fourth, will a 12 valve Cummins fit in the engine bay? If so how hard is it? Fifth, where do I find a lot of info on these trucks(besides here lol)?

Alhaxit · 12-06-2008, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

First, whats it called? I know it isnt called a C-30.

1tons are desinated as 3800's.

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

Third is the frame the same as the 60-66, 67-72 etc?

No, their frames are basicly flat and straght , no ups and downs or ifs.

run a search here or on stovebolt.com

54 jimmy · 12-06-2008, 10:08 AM

a 12 valve cummins might be a tight fit i know a 4 cyclinder cummins from a fritolay cube truck fit nice in the ad engine bay. plus most of them came with a gm turbo 400 trans.

thirdstreettito · 12-06-2008, 06:43 PM

Thanks, I think I "may" be able to get a later model front disc setup to fit with some "nudging."

Yeah, I was thinking, if a 6BT doesnt fit I'll go with a 4BT, or a 6.5 or 6.2, or 4-53T.

thirdstreettito · 12-07-2008, 06:25 PM

Anymore help?

12-05-2008, 11:23 PM	#1
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	1 ton questions Well, I've got a chance to get a 55-59(?)(the later model)1 ton dually. I have some questions. First, whats it called? I know it isnt called a C-30. Second can I swap in a later model front end with disk brakes, without needing to weld? Third is the frame the same as the 60-66, 67-72 etc? Fourth, will a 12 valve Cummins fit in the engine bay? If so how hard is it? Fifth, where do I find a lot of info on these trucks(besides here lol)? __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck Last edited by thirdstreettito; 12-05-2008 at 11:25 PM.

12-06-2008, 10:08 AM	#3
54 jimmy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: pittston,PA Posts: 1,184	Re: 1 ton questions a 12 valve cummins might be a tight fit i know a 4 cyclinder cummins from a fritolay cube truck fit nice in the ad engine bay. plus most of them came with a gm turbo 400 trans. __________________ There is nothing you can't fix with a BFH or a FIRE WRENCH. 1997 chevy k1500 ext cab z71 (daily driver) sold 1996 chevy k1500 reg cab 4x4(daily driver)totaled 2008jeep patriot (wife's daily driver 2008 chevy 1500 ext cab 4x4 sold 2011 chevy 1500 crew cab ltz (daily driver) 1996 chevy 1500 reg cab 4x4 project sold 2006 pontiac grand prix gxp (daily work commuter)

12-06-2008, 06:43 PM	#4
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: 1 ton questions Thanks, I think I "may" be able to get a later model front disc setup to fit with some "nudging." Yeah, I was thinking, if a 6BT doesnt fit I'll go with a 4BT, or a 6.5 or 6.2, or 4-53T. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

12-07-2008, 06:25 PM	#5
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: 1 ton questions Anymore help? __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck



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