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gringoloco · 09-26-2006, 03:17 AM

OK. Fully prepared to be flamed and called ten kinds of dumbass, but I'd like to know pros/cons of trying this.

Keep in mind that the truck will see almost no load and very little tongue weight. Jetski at the most on a trailer. This will allow the step to be 2.5 inches shorter, therefore protrude into the bed 2.5" less.

This looks like a good idea and a bad idea at the same time to me. Comments/ suggestions/opinions/science backing up your comment/suggestion/opinion welcome.

-Chris

67Fleet · 09-26-2006, 11:54 AM

Well, the weakest point will definitely be the middle.... If you ever got rear-ended that thing would fold up like an accordian.

*Shane* · 09-26-2006, 12:43 PM

quick question ... why the C in the step? is the step not enough? if not, why not build the step just a bit taller?

not bashing ... just curious

jimmydean · 09-26-2006, 01:19 PM

I understand the idea, but I would agree that it would be the weakest link for sure.

I guess I'm old fashioned in the fact I use my truck as a truck, otherise I would have gotten a car. I have toys to haul and a horse to tow, so I need my frame as solid as possible.

gringoloco · 09-26-2006, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shane

quick question ... why the C in the step? is the step not enough? if not, why not build the step just a bit taller?

not bashing ... just curious

The idea is to have a shorter notch overall, therefore, less intrusion into the bed area.

Instead of an 8" notch, you could shorten it to 5.5 and still have the same axle clearance.

*Shane* · 09-26-2006, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

The idea is to have a shorter notch overall, therefore, less intrusion into the bed area.

Instead of an 8" notch, you could shorten it to 5.5 and still have the same axle clearance.

Gotcha.

smbrouss70 · 09-26-2006, 10:55 PM

Keep in mind that you still need clearance for the differential, not just the axle tubes. So if the thickness of the frame where the c-notch is (will be?) is less than the height from the top of the axle tubes to the top of the differential, the diff will hit the bed floor before you bottom out the notch. In my opinion just use rectangular tubing on the top side of the step notch that is just thick enough to allow for the diff.

gringoloco · 09-27-2006, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

Keep in mind that you still need clearance for the differential, not just the axle tubes. So if the thickness of the frame where the c-notch is (will be?) is less than the height from the top of the axle tubes to the top of the differential, the diff will hit the bed floor before you bottom out the notch. In my opinion just use rectangular tubing on the top side of the step notch that is just thick enough to allow for the diff.

Yeah, I was thinking that as I was typing my last reply. Sounds like a solid plan.

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09-26-2006, 11:54 AM	#2
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: C-notch a step notch Well, the weakest point will definitely be the middle.... If you ever got rear-ended that thing would fold up like an accordian. __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

09-26-2006, 12:43 PM	#3
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: C-notch a step notch quick question ... why the C in the step? is the step not enough? if not, why not build the step just a bit taller? not bashing ... just curious

09-26-2006, 01:19 PM	#4
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: C-notch a step notch I understand the idea, but I would agree that it would be the weakest link for sure. I guess I'm old fashioned in the fact I use my truck as a truck, otherise I would have gotten a car. I have toys to haul and a horse to tow, so I need my frame as solid as possible.

09-26-2006, 10:55 PM	#7
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,781	Re: C-notch a step notch Keep in mind that you still need clearance for the differential, not just the axle tubes. So if the thickness of the frame where the c-notch is (will be?) is less than the height from the top of the axle tubes to the top of the differential, the diff will hit the bed floor before you bottom out the notch. In my opinion just use rectangular tubing on the top side of the step notch that is just thick enough to allow for the diff. __________________ Steven "If dogs don't go to heaven, when I die I want to go wherever they went." -- Will Rogers R.I.P. Oscar R.I.P. Ratchet 1967 Pontiac GTO - Dad was the Original Owner 1970 Chevy 2wd SWB "Oscar's Truck" 1970 Chevy 2wd Blazer "Ratchet's Blazer" 2013 Chevy 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax/Allison Z71 LTZ "Brown Sugar" 2017 Chevy Suburban "BDB" 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier "Foxy" Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Shop Build



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