Frame swap options

[geezer#99]

I've done the front frame graft. Used a 58 gmc frame and 79 chevy front frame and joined the 2 under the cab. 1973-1987 frames are all the same. Problem with using the whole newer frame is it kicks up at the back of the cab so the box needs to be lifted and the cab too to keep it looking right. Then you get the 4x4 look. Also wheelbase is different. Front track is wider too but curable by using different offset front wheels. Steering box stays on outside of frame and easier to hook up to your existing steering column. Mounts for rad support are easy to make. If you use the camaro front it's more grafting and support plate fabbing at the join too. Track is narrower than stock and lookks goofy. JMHO. Steering box inside the rail. Steering hard to hook up and can't use headers. No room on drivers side for them. Rad support harder to build cause of steering box location. JMHO. It's always a comprimise!!!
You need any more info pm me. I'm just an hour north of you.