49 pick up 1 ton

[mrizzodpm]

Is the 1 ton cab dimensions the same as the 1/2 ton? If I found a nice cab on a one ton could that cab be placed on a 1/2 frame? What other changes would have to be made to the 1 ton drive train to make it fit a 1/2 ton frame? Is it too much work?

thanks.

[MBF]

Cabs/noses are interchangable as are the front axles. Not sure about the rear, but I imagine that would as well. I'm assuming it a full floating style rear end on the one ton. If there are wheelbase difference a driveshaft shortening may be in order if you change the rear (the 1 ton has different ujoints) as well as changing the brake drum asm on the rear of the transmission. If you're going from a 3 speed trans to a 4 speed the bell housing will have to be changed too. Mike