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Old Jun 15, 2016 | 07:05 PM
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frame/chassis differences
Can anyone tell me the difference between a 1954 f600 frame compared to a f100 version ?
Other than length and heavier duty suspension , what are the other differences ?
Can a f600 frame be used to build an f100 ?
 
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Big truck frames are deeper and thicker metal. See below




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Thanks Ross , that's great info .
I was looking at buying an f600 and doing an f100 size conversion .
 
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Here's the 1954 chart like Ross posted. Stu

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On the maximum side member cross section on the f-100 is the height of the frame rail ? 5.92 h x 2.25 wide
 
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Yes, that is correct. Stu
 
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