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63chevyswb · 01-31-2018, 09:47 PM

I have a 63 c10 that I'm beginning to restore. I've done a lot of searching but can't find the answer to my question. I have a 92 Chevy 1500 2wd that I can use for a donor. Can I use the front suspension off of it for my 63? Everyone points to the 73-87 trucks but I my neck of the woods, they're going for crazy prices. Thanks for everyone's time.

vin63 · 01-31-2018, 11:32 PM

Is your truck missing the suspension? If not, and if your goals for the truck don't include hardcore autocross events, I would probably just do a spindle upgrade (Classic Performance Parts or Early Classics) for disc brakes and call it a day. Use the money saved to spend elsewhere on your restoration. Post some pics of your truck when you can.

63chevyswb · 01-31-2018, 11:55 PM

No, the factory suspension is there. I was mainly looking at doing it for disc brakes and 5 lug. I was curious if it would work because I already have the complete 92 chassis instead of buying a 73-87 donor truck.

**Captainfab** · 02-01-2018, 12:22 AM

A '92 front suspension is completely different. Plus the front crossmember is welded to the frame rails. It sounds as though you may be left with purchasing all aftermarket conversion parts for your '63.

63chevyswb · 02-01-2018, 12:42 AM

Thank you for the quick replies. I'll do some more research.

01-31-2018, 09:47 PM	#1
63chevyswb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: ky Posts: 3	63 c10 front suspension? I have a 63 c10 that I'm beginning to restore. I've done a lot of searching but can't find the answer to my question. I have a 92 Chevy 1500 2wd that I can use for a donor. Can I use the front suspension off of it for my 63? Everyone points to the 73-87 trucks but I my neck of the woods, they're going for crazy prices. Thanks for everyone's time.

01-31-2018, 11:32 PM	#2
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: 63 c10 front suspension? Is your truck missing the suspension? If not, and if your goals for the truck don't include hardcore autocross events, I would probably just do a spindle upgrade (Classic Performance Parts or Early Classics) for disc brakes and call it a day. Use the money saved to spend elsewhere on your restoration. Post some pics of your truck when you can. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

01-31-2018, 11:55 PM	#3
63chevyswb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: ky Posts: 3	Re: 63 c10 front suspension? No, the factory suspension is there. I was mainly looking at doing it for disc brakes and 5 lug. I was curious if it would work because I already have the complete 92 chassis instead of buying a 73-87 donor truck.

02-01-2018, 12:22 AM	#4
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: 63 c10 front suspension? A '92 front suspension is completely different. Plus the front crossmember is welded to the frame rails. It sounds as though you may be left with purchasing all aftermarket conversion parts for your '63. __________________ 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

02-01-2018, 12:42 AM	#5
63chevyswb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: ky Posts: 3	Re: 63 c10 front suspension? Thank you for the quick replies. I'll do some more research.

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