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Stanford · 02-23-2004, 09:21 PM

I'm in the middle of swapping out a 305 V6 and putting in a 350. I'm staying with the original 465/NP205 combination. I have found that the engine crossmembers are different for the V6's and V8's. I was thinking of just finding some 2WD engine purches and bolting them up to the old crossmember and frame, but from the looks of things I'm not sure that the motor will sit level. If anyone as some information for me about this or has a engine crossmember that will fit, please let me know. Anything would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Aaron Stanford

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-23-2004, 09:33 PM

I think that what you need is referred to by most as the engine cradle which is like a cross member engine stands combined. I did not realize the v-6's were different, but it stands to reason they would be.

You should be able to find one easily enough. Because of the weight, you may want to look locally and the 67-72 4x4's will be the same, (1/2 & 3/4 ton).

Jim

kilomanjaro · 02-23-2004, 09:43 PM

I have one on ebay right now, here is the link, hope this helps. thanks
john
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MESSE:IT

teeitup · 02-23-2004, 09:45 PM

I've got several $50 plus shipping. Thanks Randy

jose · 02-23-2004, 10:43 PM

Aaron I have one let me know if you still need one . Jose

**PICKMUP** · 02-23-2004, 11:15 PM

People keep asking for these, so I hope they are buying them. Randy & Jose hurry up and run out so I can sell a couple. I am not going any lower than you, so I can wait.

teeitup · 02-23-2004, 11:20 PM

We are trying Frank.

Stanford · 02-24-2004, 12:11 AM

Thanks for all the help guys its appreciated. Randy I would like to buy one of yours. Please let me know where I need to send payment and stuff. My email is chubals@hotmail.com if you don't want to post everything on here.

Thanks again,
Aaron Stanford

*botboy* · 02-24-2004, 02:00 AM

If you haven't bought one from randy yet I'm pulling the engine out of a '69 CST/20 4x4, it was a muncie/rockwell combo but should still have the same engine crossmember. I can do $50 shipped on it, not to undercut randy but I needs the cash bad right now. My 72 needs parts to make it non-ugly!

Erl · 02-24-2004, 11:22 AM

Stanford,
What kind of shape is that 305V6? I am looking for some parts.
Erl

Stanford · 02-24-2004, 03:18 PM

I really don't know, I haven't taken it apart. I there is a hole in the bottom of the oil pan. I think that i might have grenaded her. The heads, intake, carb, water pump that stuff is still on it and should be could. I do know after it happened it still ran. I was curious to see if it would, and went out there pulled the choke a little and she fired right up. I didn't let it go long, and didn't drive it. I was going to take it apart after I got this other motor in and running and had a little free time. Let me know what you are looking for and i'll see what i can do for you.

Thanks,
Aaron Stanford

02-23-2004, 09:21 PM	#1
Stanford WILLY FOR PRESIDENT!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wichita, Kansas Posts: 190	Looking for a engine crossmemeber for a '68 GMC 3/4, 4x4 I'm in the middle of swapping out a 305 V6 and putting in a 350. I'm staying with the original 465/NP205 combination. I have found that the engine crossmembers are different for the V6's and V8's. I was thinking of just finding some 2WD engine purches and bolting them up to the old crossmember and frame, but from the looks of things I'm not sure that the motor will sit level. If anyone as some information for me about this or has a engine crossmember that will fit, please let me know. Anything would be appreciated. Thanks, Aaron Stanford

02-23-2004, 09:43 PM	#3
kilomanjaro Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: From Kansas now in Palmer, Alaska Posts: 807	motor crossmember I have one on ebay right now, here is the link, hope this helps. thanks john http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MESSE:IT __________________ 63 Buick Wildcat 425 72 Chevy Blazer CST 72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne 00 Ford F-350 Super Duty 7.3L 09 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 10 Ford Expedition Limited

02-23-2004, 09:45 PM	#4
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	I've got several $50 plus shipping. Thanks Randy __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

02-23-2004, 10:43 PM	#5
jose Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Salem , Oregon 97301 Posts: 1,796	Aaron I have one let me know if you still need one . Jose __________________ 68 GMC 4x4 SWB jose6772@yahoo.com

02-23-2004, 11:15 PM	#6
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,160	People keep asking for these, so I hope they are buying them. Randy & Jose hurry up and run out so I can sell a couple. I am not going any lower than you, so I can wait. __________________ Email: frankeham@comcast.net Phone: 360-956-7170

02-23-2004, 09:33 PM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	I think that what you need is referred to by most as the engine cradle which is like a cross member engine stands combined. I did not realize the v-6's were different, but it stands to reason they would be. You should be able to find one easily enough. Because of the weight, you may want to look locally and the 67-72 4x4's will be the same, (1/2 & 3/4 ton). Jim

02-23-2004, 11:20 PM	#7
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	We are trying Frank. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

02-24-2004, 12:11 AM	#8
Stanford WILLY FOR PRESIDENT!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wichita, Kansas Posts: 190	Thanks for all the help guys its appreciated. Randy I would like to buy one of yours. Please let me know where I need to send payment and stuff. My email is chubals@hotmail.com if you don't want to post everything on here. Thanks again, Aaron Stanford

02-24-2004, 02:00 AM	#9
botboy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Delano, MN Posts: 630	If you haven't bought one from randy yet I'm pulling the engine out of a '69 CST/20 4x4, it was a muncie/rockwell combo but should still have the same engine crossmember. I can do $50 shipped on it, not to undercut randy but I needs the cash bad right now. My 72 needs parts to make it non-ugly!

02-24-2004, 11:22 AM	#10
Erl Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 555	Stanford, What kind of shape is that 305V6? I am looking for some parts. Erl __________________ 1968 GMC 305 V6 3/4 4x4 Stepside 06 Corvette Daily Driver Dallas TX

02-24-2004, 03:18 PM	#11
Stanford WILLY FOR PRESIDENT!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wichita, Kansas Posts: 190	I really don't know, I haven't taken it apart. I there is a hole in the bottom of the oil pan. I think that i might have grenaded her. The heads, intake, carb, water pump that stuff is still on it and should be could. I do know after it happened it still ran. I was curious to see if it would, and went out there pulled the choke a little and she fired right up. I didn't let it go long, and didn't drive it. I was going to take it apart after I got this other motor in and running and had a little free time. Let me know what you are looking for and i'll see what i can do for you. Thanks, Aaron Stanford __________________ *"He's a high tech REDNECK."* George Jones '67 C/10 FOR SALE!! $600, runs, strait grill, good parts, or beater truck '68 GMC K25, 4x4, current project '71 Custom/10, Crate 350, My Baby!! '97 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP



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