Chassis strength
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Chassis strength
I'm curious as to how a 2wd frame from a 73 f250 would compare to the same year f250 that is 4wd in terms of strength(if anybody knows) any comments on the subject would be great, thanks
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Chassis strength
There are differences. The 4x4 frame is reinforced differently and it's taller and a little wider. The Parts book shows different ratings on various frames. If you think about it, the 4x4 needs to be stronger because it is prone to twisting and flexing from off-road driving conditions, etc. which causes the frame to be stressed unlike a standard 2wd would be. I think that the average person will never see or be able to quantify a difference.
Why is it that you were thinking about this issue anyway? If your thinking what I think your thinking then I'll say this: The 2wd and 4wd frames are quite unique, such that if your building one or the other you should get the proper frame to start with. Re-inventing the wheel is not cost effective.
<font color="#f80732" size="4" face="Graphite Light">Stock Man
</font><font color="#0000FF" size="2" face="Graphite Light">1967 F-250 FE 390 4wd</font>
<font color="#0000FF" size="2" face="Graphite Light">1966 F-250 I6 240 2wd LWB Flare Side</font>
<a href="http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee">http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee</a>
Why is it that you were thinking about this issue anyway? If your thinking what I think your thinking then I'll say this: The 2wd and 4wd frames are quite unique, such that if your building one or the other you should get the proper frame to start with. Re-inventing the wheel is not cost effective.
<font color="#f80732" size="4" face="Graphite Light">Stock Man
</font><font color="#0000FF" size="2" face="Graphite Light">1967 F-250 FE 390 4wd</font>
<font color="#0000FF" size="2" face="Graphite Light">1966 F-250 I6 240 2wd LWB Flare Side</font>
<a href="http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee">http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee</a>
