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| | | | Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 62 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 62 | Hey all. There is a 52 GMC 1-ton for sale nearby with a relativly rust free cab and some other extras like the factory radio and solid glass. No drive-line or engine info was provided but I have sent them an email asking about them. They are asking $1,500.
I am wondering if it could work as a cab donor for my 51 Chevy 1/2 ton. My truck needs a new floor, cab corners front glass and a seat frame.
From a cost and labour perspective would you rather patch up the original cab or consider doing a swap? | | | | | Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,780 Master Gabster | | Master Gabster Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,780 | It's a matter of time management. How much time to you want to spend picking up this truck, disassembling it, disassembling your truck and putting the two back together, getting rid of the junk portion and everything else. Is it a five window? Does it have the 9' pick-up bed?
I would confirm the year of the truck too, does it come with a title? The front sheet metal (hood, Grille, valence, radiator, radiator support will be different and not much good for you, but good trading material.
On the other hand, If you plan on doing all of the metal work yourself, expect to spend at least 40 - 60 hours removing and replacing patch panels. $200 in materials minimum. To find a seat for yours, expect to pay $50 - $150 | | | | | Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 | Floors and cab corners are pretty much always shot on these old trucks, especially for you northern folk. Also look at the lower cowl sections on the "new" cab. Anywhere two panels come together, there is always a chance of rust. The sheet metal may be 99% rust free, but the areas where everything comes together are the important parts.
If the "new" cab is in better shape, I would say go for it. It would more than make up for the time it takes to hack and fix an old cab. Plus, you have a better chance of things lining back up the way they should with a complete cab.
If the front end of the GMC is in good shape, you could always sell the fenders, hood, and grille. The GMC guys are always looking for good parts. You may even be able to make your money back. | | |
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