Can a 57-60 body fit on a 55 frame? What is the difference between 55 and 57 frames?

 

I wouldn't think there would be much difference in the width but the length might be different because of wheel base and mounting points would likely be different also. I don't think the frame got wider until the late 70's

 

Why? You'd be defeating the purpose of all the innovations w/ the later model frame.
And the last I looked, '55 frame is narrower than the '57-'60 frame & wouldn't fit.

 

Pic of 55 Frame and Pic of 60 frame

 

Hello Walston, how much wider is the 60 frame compared to the 55. Col Flashman states that the later frame is wider not that I'm doubting him, I thought it was in the late 70's when the frames got wider

 

I can go out and measure the 60, but I don't have the 55.

 

The 60 is 34 inches wide where the front bumper mounts. Perhaps someone with a 55 handy can measure the width at the same spot.

 

53-56 frame dimensions for ALL Ford trucks:

 

Thanks Fab...

 

Nice pics Walston.....nice frames!!

 

Reason is I have built a 55 with TCI mustang II ft end and a TCI 4 link rear with 4 wheel disk breaks and am having a hard time finding a cab in good shape. I have seen several local 57 - 60s and thought that may be a way to go.

My Cab is in good shape with the exception of the floors, but I don't think I am up to changing it.

 

If you can do that kind of welding and fab work, changing a floor should be a walk in the park.

 

I had a local speed shop install the suspension, Dukes Speedmasters, so I can not take the credit for the welding work.

 

What would they charge for replacing a floor pan? It's not that difficult and shouldn't break the bank, labor-wise.

 

I just gotta ask....What great inovations did these frames achieve anytime from 1953 thru 1964????????