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Apr 21, 2014 | 02:50 PM

oldmx

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Now that My Jeep project is almost done I will be starting on my 76 F-250 4x4 build. What I need to know is the following. I have a complete 1969 F-250 4x2. Can I swap the cab, box fenders, ect onto my 76 chassis? Thank you for your replies.

Mike

Apr 21, 2014 | 03:01 PM

HIO Silver

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Sure....

But ya gotta move the rear cab mounts and account for the Dent's wider frame. I think there is a wheelbase issue too... but you did your homework on that already, right?

Other than that it's simple.

Apr 21, 2014 | 04:02 PM

oldmx

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I have been doing some research regarding the fit. I was told during that research that the box and cab will directly bolt on but that the gap between the cab and box would be wider than the normal gap which I do not care about. Is this wrong? That's the info I am looking for.

Mike

Apr 21, 2014 | 04:54 PM

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Hey Mike,

Here's a comparo between Bump and Dent chassis...Chassis Comparison - '67-'72 vs. '73-'79 - FORDification.com

And a pic showing the 131 vs 133 wheelbase:

.. those wheels directional and mounted incorrectly, side for side..

Apr 21, 2014 | 06:54 PM

bucks77ford

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Good info there. Thanks for the link. It's good to know because my father in law has a 72 2wd truck that I would love to swap on an 73-794x4 chassis.

Apr 21, 2014 | 08:09 PM

co425

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Looks like a candidate for stretching the bed a couple inches, or taking a slice out of the frame.

Apr 21, 2014 | 11:32 PM

NumberDummy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by HIO Silver

Sure....

But ya gotta move the rear cab mounts and account for the Dent's wider frame. I think there is a wheelbase issue too... but you did your homework on that already, right?

8' beds: 1967/72's have a 131" wheelbase, 1973/79's have a 133" wheelbase.

But, 1973/77 F250 4WD's (High Boys) do not have the 37 1/2" wide rear frame rails (behind the cab). Have the same 33 1/2" wide rear frame rails behind the cab as all 1961/72 F100/250's.