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Old 03-12-2012, 07:02 PM
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Default Swapping long bed for short bed.
Like the title says, has anyone ever done it? I have a long bed 94' SC 5.2. What would it take to do such a thing, besides a new bed?
 
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Old 03-12-2012, 07:11 PM
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Cutting the frame..... removing a section, and welding it back together... shortening the driveshaft..... e-brake cables, brake line, etc.

The "cutting the frame" part would kill it for me.
 
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Old 03-12-2012, 07:15 PM
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Yikes, I was really hoping that I wouldnt have to cut the frame, to much work! Lol. Thanks for the help heyyou!
 
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These pictures display the wheelbase difference. Hopefully this helps!
 
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what about putting an ext cab on with short bed? would that work??
 
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Nope.

Just trade it in....
 
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I kinda dig LWB trucks. You don't see them near as much anymore. Mine's a short bed. Thinking about stretching the frame and....nah
 
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8 Foot beds are the only way to go! (on a fullsize)
 
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I was looking at a 1939 Dodge 1 ton pick up with a 9 ft bed. Could not get the guy anywhere near a reasonable price. Than would have been a nice addition....9 ft is a LONG bed!
 
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I think short beds look goofy when lifted personally. All things considered I'd rather have my long bed
 
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