Re: Shorten truck frames

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Posted by wrenchman on June 28, 2002 at 00:43:36 from (209.214.107.222):

In Reply to: Shorten truck frames posted by truckman on June 27, 2002 at 20:00:55:

it won't affect power a bit.will make the truck lighter though(seems like more power)...the simplest way to shorten frames on a larger truck is to simply move spring mounts forward the desired amount on the frame & then cut off excess rear overhang & reinstall rear crossmember...you have to be really close on drilling the new holes so the truck will run straight...most spring mounts are riveted on & you have to cut the rivets to remove.use REAL grade 8 fine thread bolts & nuts to replace the rivets & then double nut them with nylock nuts...done right & the frame is as strong as origonal...much better than cutting out a section & rewelding...

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