When I was looking for a S-10 frame I found it was much easier to look at
the small white factory options label in the glove box which shows the RPO
codes, VIN #, and also indicates the wheelbase of the truck. I have a 1950
and was looking for 116" WB.
The RPO codes also indicate the rear axle ratio. This makes it much easier
to determine what you are looking at. I'm thinking the GU4 = 3.08 ratio, GT4
= 3.73 ratio & GU4 = 3.42 ratio. I may be wrong, so check with someone who
has a RPO code book. A salvage yard has the RPO numbers if you can find one
who wants to help you.
Charlie
1950 AD
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Bill Broadway
> Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2002 5:32 PM
> To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
> Subject: RE: [oletrucks] s10 frames
>
>
> > i used a s10 frame on my 55 first and it worked great it was a 99
> frame
> > all i had to do was move the mounts for the body
> > it rode great
>
> On this note, if I wanted to do an AD truck, what s-10 fame would I
> need? Longwheelbase standard cab? Extended cab shortwheel base? Seems
> someone could get a wrecked S-10 and end up with the frame, and running
> gear (4.3 V6, $ speed automatic), and also the interior (seats, column)
> and not have too much in it all.
>
> Bill
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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