1950 GMC/S10 frame swap (part 2)

[@brianlayton6704]

Insanely helpful series. About to start my '50 and this is exactly what I needed. Thank you for going above and beyond for us viewers.

[@gordonsmart]

Thanks for the comment!! Im sure your build will go well!

[@dlucas527]

it is not boring at all. You do the best job of explaining and a lot of guys leave a lot out. So thanks. I appreciate the advice and things to look out for.

[@gordonsmart]

@@dlucas527 thank you

[@bobhalstead1879]

I move rear end foward to close gap between bed and cab.eliminates need to add to front of bed and moves running board foward to stock location making it meet front fender . It only requires redrilling spring pad locating hole.its taken apart to add drop block anyway.makes for less work and looks stock.

[@ronbunker5778]

I really enjoyed this video, it's great to see the process and how you attack the modifications! Thanks for sharing!

[@sheridanpeschel5397]

Good videos in the series. Gave me some motivation to get mine started a 49 3100 on a 89 S-10 frame

[@rudder1174]

Thank you so much for all the commentary. Very helpful for those of us looking to do something similar.

[@Dboyquicks10]

I've got a 51 GMC I plan on putting on a 93 S10 frame. It'll be a little tough doing it by myself. Especially since I don't have a bobcat, rollback, or even a shop lol. I'll get it done though. I can't wait to see your truck done because you've mounted the body at the same height from the frame as I've planned on. Good work fellas. New sub.

[@gordonsmart]

Thanks for the compliment. If you can get 4 guys together you could move that cab from one frame to another with no equipment necessary. Stripped down with no glass they’re not so heavy. Also the doors remove easily, making it even lighter. Next video coming soon…..

[@joshslackslack8115]

Build a large heavy duty hoist system with a chain pulley and large 4x4s I'm putting a 89 Chevy cavalier wagon body on a 2 door s10 4x4 blazer frame by myself

[@bobhalstead1879]

You guys do a great job.on ward and upward.amen.

[@tedcorey3054]

Not boring at all , pretty interesting . I got a '50 Dodge coupe , I broke the camshaft w/ ether and it's been sitting in the garage for years (I always cringe when I see people use it) . There's a yard near me w/ some 318 mopars w/ trans. that I'd like to swap into it .

[@DroooooopDead]

Looks great

[@gordonsmart]

@@DroooooopDead thank you

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

very cool , i put my 59 gmc long bed on a s10 frame , looks like pretty much the same , i had to put my bed closer to the cab , im on to part 3 , be safe friends

[@pdgordn]

Looking good there son😘

[@alohabra9314]

Thanks for the great detailed video. I have a rusty 55’ Studebaker Commander coupe and was thinking I might be better off with a S10 frame and the more modern components. Just doing my research now. Where do you source your parts from?

[@gordonsmart]

We use a variety of sources including speedway motors, jegs, Amazon, eBay, and a few local vendors The S10 works out well because it’s widely available, no problem getting suspension parts and very durable Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@matthewmontoya7639]

What and where did you get the from for the steering

[@gordonsmart]

@@matthewmontoya7639 “get the from the steering?” Not sure what you mean

[@matthewmontoya7639]

The steering linkage and knuckles attached to the steering wheel

[@gordonsmart]

@@matthewmontoya7639 you can order those thru jegs, summit racing, even Amazon

[@clarenceherron2562]

How much did you take off the front at the steering box

[@gordonsmart]

If you’re referring to how much frame I took off I’m not sure in inches. Basically have to cut it right up to the gearbox. It still leaves plenty of steel around the gearbox mounting holes

[@clarenceherron2562]

@@gordonsmart thanks that's were I will cut

[@paulmelhuish9213]

what year was the s10 frame

[@gordonsmart]

Early 90’s Never was sure of exact year.

[@paulmelhuish9213]

all years fit as long as the s10 is a long bed or extended cab?

[@gordonsmart]

@@paulmelhuish9213 yes the only thing that may change is brake components but the wheel base will remand the same.

[@occoug]

What seat will you use?

[@gordonsmart]

Not sure yet. Still looking at options

[@gerardolopez5875]

@@gordonsmart@ is it very uncomfortable? The cabin? Im 5’8” 190 lbs

[@gordonsmart]

@@gerardolopez5875 anyone under 6 feet will have plenty of room

[@gerardolopez5875]

@@gordonsmart0 ok, just gt a 52, project, What about the doors latches? Are original? Do they work well? Or modified

[@gordonsmart]

@@gerardolopez5875 we usually use original style. Still available if factory units are worn out