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Old Mar 22, 2004 | 07:11 PM
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ext cab swap?

ive got an 84 standard cab, and was wondering if anyone has attempted to swap to an extended cab? the only thing is, ive also got a short box so i dont even know if it would be possible...
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Old Mar 22, 2004 | 07:45 PM
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i dont think that it would work because the frame "kicks up" right after the back of the cab, so there would be no room for the extra cab length, unless you extend the frame (which i wouldnt do) unless its a strictly a wheelin rig, too much liability
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Old Mar 23, 2004 | 02:19 AM
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There are a couple SWB X-cabs out there. Brian Ellinger at FRORFab has one. You will have to cut the box of course, and possibly notch the new cab. Nothing too difficult really. Get new rear body mounts from the dealer or fab some up yourself.
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Old Mar 23, 2004 | 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by toy283
There are a couple SWB X-cabs out there. Brian Ellinger at FRORFab has one. You will have to cut the box of course, and possibly notch the new cab. Nothing too difficult really. Get new rear body mounts from the dealer or fab some up yourself.
Was there any write ups done on this?
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 09:46 AM
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what about swapping from an older or newer model?

ie 84+cab onto 81-81 frame? do those bolt hole sline up?
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 09:45 PM
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How about this idea? - '81 Toyota Supercab
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Old Oct 30, 2004 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by playboy
Was there any write ups done on this?
Over on pirate4x4.com there are tons of threads about things just like this. Go to the toyota truck & 4Runner section and do a search.
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