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donpurvis · 09-20-2013, 05:48 AM

I have a 64 Chevrolet C10 and I am wanting to upgrade to power steering and brakes. I have found a 84 GMC 1500. Will the crossmember fit under my 64 Chevy just by elongating and drilling 2 new holes. All information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

C10_ustacould · 09-20-2013, 06:15 AM

The answer is yes, but from experience I would not change the crossmember, just swap the control arms, spindles/brakes, and steering components. They will fit your crossmember. It has brake line mounts that aren't on the 73-87 style crossmember. If you have them you can use conversion brake hoses from a company like CPP to plumb the disc brakes. Just my 2¢

**Captainfab** · 09-21-2013, 12:23 AM

Yes it will work just as any '73-'87 pickup based front suspension. Unless your engine is out of your truck, I would not change the crossmember. If your engine is out, then it is an easy swap. I always recommend using the entire later model steering linkage, including the idler arm. You will have to drill 2 holes to mount the newer idler arm, but this way all of your steering linkage is from the same vehicle and replacement parts are as close as your local auto parts store.

donpurvis · 09-21-2013, 05:43 AM

Thanks for the information.

09-20-2013, 05:48 AM	#1
donpurvis Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Semmes,Al Posts: 17	Front Suspension I have a 64 Chevrolet C10 and I am wanting to upgrade to power steering and brakes. I have found a 84 GMC 1500. Will the crossmember fit under my 64 Chevy just by elongating and drilling 2 new holes. All information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

09-20-2013, 06:15 AM	#2
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Front Suspension The answer is yes, but from experience I would not change the crossmember, just swap the control arms, spindles/brakes, and steering components. They will fit your crossmember. It has brake line mounts that aren't on the 73-87 style crossmember. If you have them you can use conversion brake hoses from a company like CPP to plumb the disc brakes. Just my 2¢ __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-21-2013, 12:23 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Front Suspension Yes it will work just as any '73-'87 pickup based front suspension. Unless your engine is out of your truck, I would not change the crossmember. If your engine is out, then it is an easy swap. I always recommend using the entire later model steering linkage, including the idler arm. You will have to drill 2 holes to mount the newer idler arm, but this way all of your steering linkage is from the same vehicle and replacement parts are as close as your local auto parts store. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

09-21-2013, 05:43 AM	#4
donpurvis Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Semmes,Al Posts: 17	Re: Front Suspension Thanks for the information.



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