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1998.5 Frame Splice ?

06-04-2006, 05:49 PM

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1998.5 Frame Splice ?

HI,
I am trying to figure out the proper procedure to cut, splice and shrink the frame so I can can convert it to a single wheel w/pickup box, and so I can make sure my local weld shop does it right if I get them to do it. I talked to a non local frame shop, they said they would cut it (frame) vertically, bring it together, weld the frame then weld a 20" plate over the outside of the joint, and lastly, ? diamond plate the inside of the frame.....is this the right procedure? Any help would be appreciated. Would I be better off selling it as a flatbed and buying a 2500? I dont really need a 3500.

1998.5 3500 4x4 reg. cab, flatbed, '92 12 valve transplant, 5spd, K&N, lost muffler,

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