3/4 ton & 1 ton frame differences? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

JTK20 · 11-04-2006, 02:21 AM

What, if any, are the differences between the 3/4 ton and 1 ton frames in the 73-87 trucks? I'm looking at getting a 3/4 ton frame with a 350 engine, SM465 transmission, NP208 t-case, axles, and wheels (all with 87k original miles) for $475. Frame is straight and any heavy rust has been removed. I want it to do a heavy diesel build (Cummins, Detroit, or IH) and will swap out the axles for 14 bolt ff rear and Dana 60 front. However, if the frame is heavier on the 1 ton then I'd rather hold out for that. Also, does $475 sound like a good deal for all that?

11-04-2006, 02:21 AM	#1
JTK20 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: In the north and VERY proud of it. Posts: 150	3/4 ton & 1 ton frame differences? What, if any, are the differences between the 3/4 ton and 1 ton frames in the 73-87 trucks? I'm looking at getting a 3/4 ton frame with a 350 engine, SM465 transmission, NP208 t-case, axles, and wheels (all with 87k original miles) for $475. Frame is straight and any heavy rust has been removed. I want it to do a heavy diesel build (Cummins, Detroit, or IH) and will swap out the axles for 14 bolt ff rear and Dana 60 front. However, if the frame is heavier on the 1 ton then I'd rather hold out for that. Also, does $475 sound like a good deal for all that?



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