F150 Frame Vs. E150 Frame

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Aug 31, 2007 | 06:07 PM

19FORD93

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F150 Frame Vs. E150 Frame

I have a 1993 F150 4x4 Auto and the frame is starting to get shot. My dad has a 1992 E150 2x4 Auto and he says the frame doesn't look to bad. They both have the 5.0 in them. My question would be, Would i be able to use the E150 frame, swap over the drivetrain and put my Cab/Box ontop of the E150 Frame or are there differences that would make that swap a pain in the ***?

Aug 31, 2007 | 11:47 PM

19FORD93

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Anyone?

Also, my wheelbase is 133", same as the E150 if that helps.

Sep 1, 2007 | 09:21 AM

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The chassis bolt locations are different...don't know much more...take measurements for the crossmembers and whatever else may get in the way...it might be tough to find someone that's done that conversion...here's one guy that did, different model year.
http://www.glinx.com/~sbest/4vanfaq.htm

Sep 1, 2007 | 07:22 PM

jnewkirk77

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A '92 E150 has a 138" WB vs. your 133"; that would be enough of a difference to cause problems unless you move some things around.

Sep 2, 2007 | 06:26 PM

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van frame is about 6 inches wider

Sep 2, 2007 | 06:33 PM

19FORD93

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thanks for the help guys. With that being said, anyone know where i can get a decent f150 frame, or know anyone who wants an almost complete rolling E150 chassis?