Supecrew frames... 2WD vs. 4WD?

[lump-dog]

What's the difference?

Bottom line: I'm building a 2wd supercrew, but have found a 4wd supercrew roller for a good price. I'm going to be replacing ALL the stock suspension with aftermarket stuff, the only thing I require is a frame and cab, as well as the brackets for mounting the aftermarket front control arms (2wd). My question is, what are the differences (if any) between the 2wd and 4wd frames? I realize there will be some "extra" stuff on the 4wd frame (torsion bar brackets, for example), but I need to know the other differences, particularly if the front control arms, mount similarly to the frame on the 2wd and 4wd models. Older Chevy trucks, for example, utilized the same frame with different tabs on the front. In an afternoon you could switch the spring tabs, control arm brackets, crossmember, etc, and build a 2wd out of a 4wd frame (or vice-a-vers-a). Any body know if the F150 Supercrew frames are similar? Is it more work than it's worth?

THANX!!!!

[shrek]

What years are you talking about?

Old body style or new body style..............

Shrek

[lump-dog]

Uhh, yeah, DUHHHHH!!!!

2001-2003 F150 Supercrew

-lump

[AaronDixon]

What's the difference?

Bottom line: I'm building a 2wd supercrew, but have found a 4wd supercrew roller for a good price. I'm going to be replacing ALL the stock suspension with aftermarket stuff, the only thing I require is a frame and cab, as well as the brackets for mounting the aftermarket front control arms (2wd). My question is, what are the differences (if any) between the 2wd and 4wd frames? I realize there will be some "extra" stuff on the 4wd frame (torsion bar brackets, for example), but I need to know the other differences, particularly if the front control arms, mount similarly to the frame on the 2wd and 4wd models. Older Chevy trucks, for example, utilized the same frame with different tabs on the front. In an afternoon you could switch the spring tabs, control arm brackets, crossmember, etc, and build a 2wd out of a 4wd frame (or vice-a-vers-a). Any body know if the F150 Supercrew frames are similar? Is it more work than it's worth?

THANX!!!!

The 2wd and 4wd frames are completely different from each other. From the firewall back they are the same. There is no way to adapt 2wd parts to a 4wd frame. Different mounting widths/heights/offsets/etc... Build a 4wd!!!

Aaron

[lump-dog]

The 2wd and 4wd frames are completely different from each other. From the firewall back they are the same. There is no way to adapt 2wd parts to a 4wd frame. Different mounting widths/heights/offsets/etc... Build a 4wd!!!

Aaron


I'd be open to building a 4WD, who can do me up a 4WD front end that WORKS?

[Hemp]

the guy that answered your question makes great 4wd kits

[shrek]

I'd be open to building a 4WD, who can do me up a 4WD front end that WORKS?

The stock 4X4 system is good, depending on how much hp you are going to put in it. But you just need to get some longer CV's made........assuming you are going to put a longtravel kit on the front..........

Go 4x4, you never have to worry about being stuck, and you always have a second drive axle to fall back on..............a definite plus anywhere.

Shrek

[grantdcol]

Go 4x4, you never have to worry about being stuck, and you always have a second drive axle to fall back on..............a definite plus anywhere.

ShrekNot to mention the far superior handling IMHO.

-Colin

[lump-dog]

I just checked out the Dixon Bro's website. They produce a "14 travel 4WD front end, but I was hoping for more. Is that the realistic limit for a 4wd front end? Any other guys out there building a semi "production" front end?

[redline]

I just checked out the Dixon Bro's website. They produce a "14 travel 4WD front end, but I was hoping for more. Is that the realistic limit for a 4wd front end? Any other guys out there building a semi "production" front end?

HnM www.hnmmotorsports.com they have a really nice 4x4 kit that get 16 or 17"s and will also fit coil over and bypass. Call kevin if you have any questions...760-510-9586

[RG1Baja]

I'd be open to building a 4WD, who can do me up a 4WD front end that WORKS?


Dixonbrosracing.com These guys build quality stuff as well as being honest people. From the Dad all the way down...

[johnnyweb]

i second that (r gordon red bull) !!!! and better yet they use there stuff and test it in the desert on a regular basis. 14" of good tuned travel will do more then you think. dont be fouled by big travel #'s. untill you move the pivot point inward your only going to get so much travel with out making you truck 10ft wide. good luck with your build!!

[lump-dog]

Thanks for the input, looks like I need to rethink this project....... I had let some guys talk me out of long travel 4WD....... back to the drawing board!

-lump

[desertbull]

Is your real name Ron Jeremy????

ROTFLMAO when I look at your pic...go 4WD so you can yank out our car when we are buried in the Nevada silt...