The issue with moving a rear end forward is the change in the frame dimemsions. If it is a straight frame and on the same plane then that is the proper way to do it. But with dipsy doodle up/down frames the rear hangers are not on the same level so cutting is necessary. Most of these old trucks had a smaller frame behind the rear axle than ahead of it which mandates the method I've descibed.

Last edited by 53moneypit; 11/23/2007 6:28 PM.

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