Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Preglerjr · 02-05-2013, 12:25 AM

Hey guys I just joined the classic truck world by buying not only 1 classic chevy but 2 for the price of one...

Both are not in running condition but the 70 is the closest to running.

My question is, can I prep the 67 frame, clean it up and paint it, and then throw the 70 cab back on it?

I plan on uesing the 70, once running, for a farm truck for 10+ year, and then later in my life rebuild that 70 to a semi-show truck.

Thoughts??

I am new at this game! COMPLETELY NEW!
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1967chevytruckguy · 02-05-2013, 12:30 AM

yes you can put a 70 on a 67 frame

vectorit · 02-05-2013, 12:33 AM

Welcome to the forum!

There shouldn't be any problem in using the '67 frame, but the steering box mounting surface may be different.

67c10rustbuket · 02-05-2013, 07:12 AM

Sure it will work fine. Only two things I would consider is the '67 frame does not have the PS provision "dimple" so you will need to either space the ps gear box out or create a dimple in the frame rail. The other thing is the partial frame vin. If this is a farm truck and staying in Oklahoma than well no one cares. Now if later in life you restore to somewhat show quality and sell it on the internet other people may have issues getting it registered in there state. Some buyers will check the frame vin and assume a lower value if it does not match the cab vin plate. I know I would much rather have the correct frame when considering buying a truck.

Welcome to the forum from another Mustang Oklahoman

I only know one other person in this huge 6 sq mile town, Mustang, with a 67 and a 70, that being said is your name Mike B???

**special-K** · 02-05-2013, 08:25 AM

We built a '68 from a '67 frame,'68 cab,'72 bed and it has P/S. The box is spaced off the frame with no problems. Some heat and dimple the frame.

Preglerjr · 02-05-2013, 10:15 AM

@67c10rustbuket

No acctually I am not Mike but that is my buddy that I bought it all from. He ended up not doing anything with it and wanted to sell all of it.

you know Mike?

67c10rustbuket · 02-05-2013, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

you'd think guys in a Mustang would be furd enthusiasts!! J/K Welcome.

Interchanges are fairly common across these trucks,cabs are easy,front ends/hoods require the same year beds work all the way around sependent on wheelbase.

Well we do host the Mustang Nationals here and have a Shelby Motorsports location in town

There are a bunch of mustangs in town and I think many live here just for the novelty of living in "Mustang" I love mustangs and even bought the wife one once, thing is its a bear getting a baby seat in one of them. Even a convertable

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Originally Posted by Preglerjr

@67c10rustbuket

No acctually I am not Mike but that is my buddy that I bought it all from. He ended up not doing anything with it and wanted to sell all of it.

you know Mike?

Yes I know Mike, we met while serving at Lifechurch S Okc. After talking a while at church, trucks came up and we checked out each others projects. I actually have the front clip off of the texas brown '67. Mike wanted someone to replace the rockers and patch the cab corners on the '70 and we made a deal. He was going to dismantle the 67 and get rid of it then move the 70 into the garage so I could come do the work for him. We never got around to doing the work being we are both busy so I still owe him. Now I feel a little bad since he sold it and I never got to fill my end of the bargain. I guess if that transfers I owe you

Preglerjr · 02-05-2013, 11:51 AM

Non-Transferable.

But would like to meet up some time and swap stories.

**RenoKeene** · 02-05-2013, 01:05 PM

Welcome aboard from Central Florida also! Good luck on your project.

magwakeenercew2jh · 02-05-2013, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 67c10rustbuket

....snip..... We never got around to doing the work being we are both busy so I still owe him. Now I feel a little bad since he sold it and I never got to fill my end of the bargain. I guess if that transfers I owe you

Good one, rustbuket.
REAL good.

THAT, Boys and Girls, is what it's all about.

67c10rustbuket · 02-10-2013, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Preglerjr

Non-Transferable.

But would like to meet up some time and swap stories.

Sure thing I will PM you my phone #, Mike should still have it too. Give me a ring anytime you need some help or to hang out. Be sure to check out the Oklahoma section too. There is a large meet in the works for this summer.

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

Good one, rustbuket.
REAL good.

THAT, Boys and Girls, is what it's all about.

Thanks Mag, Just seems like the right thing to do I guess. I keep wondering what your name means? Confuses me

PanelDeland · 02-05-2013, 10:20 AM

you'd think guys in a Mustang would be furd enthusiasts!! J/K Welcome.

Interchanges are fairly common across these trucks,cabs are easy,front ends/hoods require the same year beds work all the way around sependent on wheelbase.

BMERDOC · 02-10-2013, 01:29 PM

You guys are nuts!

The 67-68 frame mounts for the radiator supports are different too. So unless you plan to run a 67-68 front clip you'll have to swap out the front mounts to run the 69-72 front clips. The exsisting brackets may be able to be modified but I'm not sure. So many 69-72 trucks have been converted to the 67-68 clip there has to be an easy way to do it.

Hubscrub · 02-10-2013, 10:33 PM

my truck is on a 67 frame 71 body only thing i needed was 67 radiator support mounts they are shorter. actually i had some new ones for a 71 so i just cut them down to fit

02-05-2013, 12:25 AM	#1
Preglerjr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mustang, OK Posts: 8	Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? Hey guys I just joined the classic truck world by buying not only 1 classic chevy but 2 for the price of one... Both are not in running condition but the 70 is the closest to running. My question is, can I prep the 67 frame, clean it up and paint it, and then throw the 70 cab back on it? I plan on uesing the 70, once running, for a farm truck for 10+ year, and then later in my life rebuild that 70 to a semi-show truck. Thoughts?? I am new at this game! COMPLETELY NEW! Posted via Mobile Device

02-05-2013, 12:30 AM	#2
1967chevytruckguy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Auburn alabama Posts: 155	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? yes you can put a 70 on a 67 frame

02-05-2013, 12:33 AM	#3
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? Welcome to the forum! There shouldn't be any problem in using the '67 frame, but the steering box mounting surface may be different. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

02-05-2013, 07:12 AM	#4
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? Sure it will work fine. Only two things I would consider is the '67 frame does not have the PS provision "dimple" so you will need to either space the ps gear box out or create a dimple in the frame rail. The other thing is the partial frame vin. If this is a farm truck and staying in Oklahoma than well no one cares. Now if later in life you restore to somewhat show quality and sell it on the internet other people may have issues getting it registered in there state. Some buyers will check the frame vin and assume a lower value if it does not match the cab vin plate. I know I would much rather have the correct frame when considering buying a truck. Welcome to the forum from another Mustang Oklahoman I only know one other person in this huge 6 sq mile town, Mustang, with a 67 and a 70, that being said is your name Mike B??? __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

02-05-2013, 08:25 AM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? We built a '68 from a '67 frame,'68 cab,'72 bed and it has P/S. The box is spaced off the frame with no problems. Some heat and dimple the frame. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-05-2013, 10:15 AM	#6
Preglerjr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mustang, OK Posts: 8	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? @67c10rustbuket No acctually I am not Mike but that is my buddy that I bought it all from. He ended up not doing anything with it and wanted to sell all of it. you know Mike?

02-05-2013, 11:51 AM	#8
Preglerjr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mustang, OK Posts: 8	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? Non-Transferable. But would like to meet up some time and swap stories.

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02-05-2013, 10:20 AM	#12
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02-10-2013, 01:29 PM	#13
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Frame from a 67 with 70 cab? You guys are nuts! The 67-68 frame mounts for the radiator supports are different too. So unless you plan to run a 67-68 front clip you'll have to swap out the front mounts to run the 69-72 front clips. The exsisting brackets may be able to be modified but I'm not sure. So many 69-72 trucks have been converted to the 67-68 clip there has to be an easy way to do it. __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

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