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jlangholzj

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hey fellas,

granted this isn't a classic mustang, but i figured with all of your knowledge i could post this here:

My dad's got a 47 international KB-1 at home that we're thinking about rodding out.

We're looking for a modern frame for it, about the size of a 80's ranger.

the only thing i can remember off hand is that its 111" long, i can't remember the width at the time.

anybody know of some other trucks/suv's that have about the same frame??

thanks fellas

-john
 
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chromedog

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the ranger is probibly a good choice, but you really need to do some measuring of the cab and radiator shell mounts, and take these to the boneyard. i think the radiator shell is going to be the one that determines the fit, unless you cut the new frame just in front of the front axle mounts.
 

rbohm

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why bother doing a frame swap? unless the stock frame is severely damaged or rusted out, just box the stock rails, and swap a mustang ll front suspension up front, and a 67-72 chevy truck style suspension in the rear.
 
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