Ground wire required for electrical Please Note: We are unable to ship 8' Beds. The templates are designed to bolt to the chassis using existing holes labeled 1 , removing any guesswork when it comes time to make the cut. Before we do so, however, a series of six pilot holes need to be drilled into each framerail. And who knows, that clapped out farm truck down the road might just be the best option for your next classic truck project. Reference your order number and specify your choice of hood and bedside or fender choice by part number. This truck is in immaculate condition and can be driven anywhere. These will serve as mounting points for the C-channel inner brace.
The kit does requires welding to finish the conversion but with our steel inner braces, you will be able to safely transport the vehicle to a certified welder if needed. All safety concerns must be taken up with the chassis shop involved with the project. Please e-mail or call us after placing your order. On my conversion I also went from 6 bolt pattern wheels to the common 5 on 5 pattern. Comes separately and requires professional installation.
They must be picked up in person to avoid freight damage. The cab mount is then bolted in place using these new holes and then used as a template for the rear pair. Please note the markers are blanked in not smooth for '67. Have you gone out to your vehicle to discover that your rocker panels has begun to show rust and other aging signs? First Engine I built for my pickup, solid cam 355. Another set of pre-cut, etched lines mark the portion to be removed. Proudly serving automotive enthusiasts since 1987 © Copyright 1987® U. This is especially true if you've been using your truck for hauling various types of items in the way that it was intended.
To install - simply drill thru the bed and the under floor reinforcements and thru bolt it in place with O. At Carolina Classic Trucks, we have a wide range of different Chevy truck repair panels for rust, restoration, and more, depending on your needs. Please Note: We are unable to ship cab shells. Having access to a welder and a skilled operator is helpful, but Brothers designed their kit so that it could be fully assembled in a one-car garage and then trailered to a local welder if need be to complete the assembly. Grills come closed 67-72 Front End Features: - Heavy Duty version - comes complete with hinge kit - Grey exterior gellcoat finish can be easily sanded and prepared for finishing. The use of names and headings is for the sole purpose of identification. Note: Factory installed floor braces may need to be trimmed or removed for desired fit.
Why is this truck rare? Before the bed is set in place, we slid the new, shorter brake line between the rails and snugged up the fittings. To order simply click listing. To install - simply drill thru the bed and the under floor reinforcements and thru bolt it in place with O. Love this truck, every time I drove it was asked if would sell just never did. I have read that a lot of people change the entire front saddle on the truck. Well, for starters, the design for 1967 was unique to that year with the absence of the side marker lights on the front fenders and the small back window. Note: Factory installed floor braces may need to be trimmed or removed for desired fit.
We also have a huge host of other Chevy truck repair panels that will remove your rust issues and restore your truck to proper condition in no-time at all. I already had new A arm bushings installed so I wanted to keep them. Double that for a runner in decent shape. . Now, about that stance and those wheels and tires …. During those times, however, it's important to know that you always have a friend when you need it. Tube chassis and metal interior work is required.
Ideal for customized or frenched in taillight applications. Those prices are getting even crazier as the years tick by and Mother Nature takes its toll on what sheetmetal is still out there. Once both sides are cut, the rear portion of the chassis is simply rolled back out of the way. Next, the two frame halves are rejoined via the inner brace and welded together. A pair of c-channel braces are then bolted to the two halves, creating a single chassis that can then be welded together. We were definitely thankful as the new panels fell into place and fit great. As you can see from the picture below, the front wheels stick out more then the rear.
Brothers Trucks is proud to announce the release of our highly anticipated 1963-72 Longbed to Shortbed Conversion Kit. You always have a service that you can call on to help you take care of your Chevy rust issues and get your baby looking as good as new again. Please note that many parts are oversized and have to be truck freighted. Will not give it away so don't ask. Here, the cab mount and C-channel inner brace are both attached to the rear half of the frame. Note the fuel line that has been moved away from the framerail.
Using the front most pair, the template is aligned with the rear two holes from the original cab mount. Drove as a daily driver while in military. The templates remain attached to the rear portion of the frame so that the second cut can be made. The way I did my conversion was using a 1976 donor truck. Once finished these cabs look exceptional and should just about last forever, however, sit down and Please give some serious thought before ordering. Note that the two front holes from the original cab mount location are used to attach the inner brace.