Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 01:31 PM

Hey guys...I just found a 87 with short bed, original 50k miles 4wd. I'd like to buy the truck because It's a solid foundation for a project and I'd like to eventually have it slammed on the ground. What's involved in swapping the 4wd to a 2wd? Is the frame the same? (I know I could have search for the answer but...I'm a little lazy!)

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 01:36 PM

Here's a pict of the truck

mooseknuckles · 01-03-2011, 01:49 PM

I'm wondering the same.....nice truck btw!

355bullet · 01-03-2011, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by CDNchevydude

Here's a pict of the truck

dude, thats way to nice to convert, leave it as is and enjoy it.
Pick up and other 2wd drive and slam it. Make the 4x4 your parts getter

engineco713 · 01-05-2011, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by CDNchevydude

Here's a pict of the truck

I'll trade you my 2WD 3/4 ton long bed for that!!!!!! That trucks in too nice a shape to butcher it.

CDNchevydude · 01-05-2011, 03:02 PM

First,355bullet, here's a few pictures... from the internet ad from the guy who owns it...

CDNchevydude · 01-05-2011, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by engineco713

I'll trade you my 2WD 3/4 ton long bed for that!!!!!! That trucks in too nice a shape to butcher it.

I'll have to pass on your offer...even if it is a 2wd, I'd rather have a short bed...But your right on one thing, that truck IS nice!!! maybe too nice...

355bullet · 01-05-2011, 04:18 PM

dammmmmmmmm!!!! where is it being sold..lol!

Congrats if u decide to buy it....thats the cleanest truck ive seen in a long time

CDNchevydude · 01-05-2011, 04:40 PM

I could agree to tell you where it is being sold...Here in canada, in quebec actually...If really interested, PM me...I'll give you the link If not buying(I'll have to take a decision at some point!!!)

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 02:23 PM

Well, for sure I imagine I'll have to change the transmission, not sure about the rear end tough? But what do I have to plan for the front!?

3r!c84 · 01-03-2011, 02:25 PM

id say. sell the truck and buy a 2wd. youd get good money for it. it looks like in good shape. then buy a 2wd shorty and slam it!!!!

1BadSS · 01-03-2011, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 3r!c84

id say. sell the truck and buy a 2wd. youd get good money for it. it looks like in good shape. then buy a 2wd shorty and slam it!!!!

Amen!

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 02:28 PM

They are quite rare in this condition up here in quebec!!! So when you find something this great,...you hold on to it!!! (BTW, I have not buy it yet...I'd like to but that's the reason I ask about the conversion)

**N2TRUX** · 01-03-2011, 05:28 PM

Yes it can be done. I would give you complete details but....I'm a little lazy!....

csb#356 · 01-03-2011, 05:34 PM

That would be an absolute shame to convert that to a 2 wheel drive. Its way too nice. Either get it and leave it the way it is or let someone else buy it and appreciate it.

nikwho · 01-03-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Yes it can be done. I would give you complete details but....I'm a little lazy!....

Hahahaha! That was funny!

I vote on leaving that truck just how it is and enjoy it while you look for a clean 2wd project. It would be more work than its worth. Easier to travel to buy a 2wd project

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 09:39 PM

In the end, I'll have to find my own answer and it seems pretty clear that you would all leave it alone since it is in such good condition...but SERIOUSLY, what's involved? I know i'm making a fool of myself but can't help it!

Pop's C-10 · 01-03-2011, 08:49 PM

He doesn't own tha truck yet

**N2TRUX** · 01-03-2011, 08:55 PM

What you guys are missing is the fact that a clean rust free truck is hard to come by in his region regardless of it being 2wd or 4wd. If he can't find a clean 2wd, then its a logical choice to convert the 4wd to what "he wants".

I agree that it would be easier to start with what you want, but sometimes thats just not a viable option. To answer your question, you will need a complete 2wd front suspension, transmission, crossmember, and rear spring hangers.

If you can locate a complete parts truck or at least a complete 2wd chassis, it would make the conversion easier.

*project 67 sub* · 01-03-2011, 09:04 PM

i could be wrong, but also doesnt the front frame rail where the motor is kick up 1" higher than a 2wd does? if so that would get you an inch lower to start off

**N2TRUX** · 01-05-2011, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by project 67 sub

i could be wrong, but also doesnt the front frame rail where the motor is kick up 1" higher than a 2wd does? if so that would get you an inch lower to start off

The frames are the same.

motornut · 01-06-2011, 11:46 AM

yup clean ones are sure hard to find up here
it would be easier to find a rusty bucket 4X2 for parts up here
turn around and try to sell the 4X4 stuff
put an ad in the paper
may find someone with a 4X2 wanting 4X4 parts too.
may even offer to help you

Seen it on here.......it's your truck build what you want!

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 09:42 PM

My browser seemed to have fail refreshing and showing me the last posts before I reply...Thanks for those of you who took it seriously and thanks for the good laugh for the others...!

CDNchevydude · 01-03-2011, 09:49 PM

Finding a shorty with a 2wd setup here is not and easy thing. Those worth the look are mostly jacked up in the sky... This is the best looking truck I found in a long time but before buying it, I wanted to know what would be the thing... I guess I'd still be far from ordering a dropmember and dragging the frame out on the streets...

355bullet · 01-03-2011, 10:03 PM

try south west region texas, new mexico, or arizona
Trucks hardly ever rust over here

check it out....just found these listings

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2099317762.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2075251194.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2120034458.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2134570602.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2127582326.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2136951348.html

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2136708664.html

01-03-2011, 01:31 PM	#1
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... Hey guys...I just found a 87 with short bed, original 50k miles 4wd. I'd like to buy the truck because It's a solid foundation for a project and I'd like to eventually have it slammed on the ground. What's involved in swapping the 4wd to a 2wd? Is the frame the same? (I know I could have search for the answer but...I'm a little lazy!) __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 01:36 PM	#2
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... Here's a pict of the truck Attached Images __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-05-2011, 03:02 PM	#6
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... First,355bullet, here's a few pictures... from the internet ad from the guy who owns it... Attached Images __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-05-2011, 04:18 PM	#8
355bullet Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: el paso, tx Posts: 510	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... dammmmmmmmm!!!! where is it being sold..lol! Congrats if u decide to buy it....thats the cleanest truck ive seen in a long time __________________ www.southwestdrags.com www.elpasocalendargirls.com www.msdignition.com www.atomicefi.com https://www.facebook.com/MSDperformance

01-05-2011, 04:40 PM	#9
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... I could agree to tell you where it is being sold...Here in canada, in quebec actually...If really interested, PM me...I'll give you the link If not buying(I'll have to take a decision at some point!!!) __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 01:49 PM	#3
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... I'm wondering the same.....nice truck btw! __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

01-03-2011, 02:23 PM	#10
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... Well, for sure I imagine I'll have to change the transmission, not sure about the rear end tough? But what do I have to plan for the front!? __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 02:25 PM	#11
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... id say. sell the truck and buy a 2wd. youd get good money for it. it looks like in good shape. then buy a 2wd shorty and slam it!!!! __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

01-03-2011, 02:28 PM	#13
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... They are quite rare in this condition up here in quebec!!! So when you find something this great,...you hold on to it!!! (BTW, I have not buy it yet...I'd like to but that's the reason I ask about the conversion) __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 05:28 PM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... Yes it can be done. I would give you complete details but....I'm a little lazy!.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-03-2011, 05:34 PM	#15
csb#356 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pinehurst, Idaho Posts: 311	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... That would be an absolute shame to convert that to a 2 wheel drive. Its way too nice. Either get it and leave it the way it is or let someone else buy it and appreciate it.

01-03-2011, 09:39 PM	#17
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... In the end, I'll have to find my own answer and it seems pretty clear that you would all leave it alone since it is in such good condition...but SERIOUSLY, what's involved? I know i'm making a fool of myself but can't help it! __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 08:49 PM	#18
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... He doesn't own tha truck yet

01-03-2011, 08:55 PM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... What you guys are missing is the fact that a clean rust free truck is hard to come by in his region regardless of it being 2wd or 4wd. If he can't find a clean 2wd, then its a logical choice to convert the 4wd to what "he wants". I agree that it would be easier to start with what you want, but sometimes thats just not a viable option. To answer your question, you will need a complete 2wd front suspension, transmission, crossmember, and rear spring hangers. If you can locate a complete parts truck or at least a complete 2wd chassis, it would make the conversion easier. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-03-2011, 09:04 PM	#20
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... i could be wrong, but also doesnt the front frame rail where the motor is kick up 1" higher than a 2wd does? if so that would get you an inch lower to start off



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01-06-2011, 11:46 AM	#22
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... yup clean ones are sure hard to find up here it would be easier to find a rusty bucket 4X2 for parts up here turn around and try to sell the 4X4 stuff put an ad in the paper may find someone with a 4X2 wanting 4X4 parts too. may even offer to help you Seen it on here.......it's your truck build what you want! __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

01-03-2011, 09:42 PM	#23
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... My browser seemed to have fail refreshing and showing me the last posts before I reply...Thanks for those of you who took it seriously and thanks for the good laugh for the others...! __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 09:49 PM	#24
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... Finding a shorty with a 2wd setup here is not and easy thing. Those worth the look are mostly jacked up in the sky... This is the best looking truck I found in a long time but before buying it, I wanted to know what would be the thing... I guess I'd still be far from ordering a dropmember and dragging the frame out on the streets... __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

01-03-2011, 10:03 PM	#25
355bullet Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: el paso, tx Posts: 510	Re: Conversion from 4wd to 2wd... try south west region texas, new mexico, or arizona Trucks hardly ever rust over here check it out....just found these listings http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2099317762.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2075251194.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2120034458.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2134570602.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2127582326.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2136951348.html http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2136708664.html __________________ www.southwestdrags.com www.elpasocalendargirls.com www.msdignition.com www.atomicefi.com https://www.facebook.com/MSDperformance Last edited by 355bullet; 01-03-2011 at 10:30 PM.

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