Paneleer Posted December 21, 2011 Report Share Posted December 21, 2011 Bud did it Poorboy did it and before the one voice that always claims a subframe weld on is better than attempting a frame swap chimes in, we have heard it! As I searched frame swap threads, your "rubber stamp posting" claiming it is not a valid option always appears. We have all been witness to your opinion. Thanks anyway. For anyone that has good info on this endeavor, I am more than open to hearing from you, you may contact me through this site. I have source a 96 Dakota sport, 108" wheelbase. Has a good running 3.9 and a strong trans, good brakes, ac etc. Just has some rusted rockers and wheel wells. Since the body is insignificant, it is a donor, in the name of science of course. I think we need a new classification called "Graft Rods". I have read more than a few threads where others, like me, opt for the smooth ride of the newer chassis, but, do not feel the need to build a 720hp engine to power it around town as a near daily driver. Old looking bodies get grafted on to newer chassis or components thereof, and the owner has a newer vehicle ride, but retains the older vehicle look. So poorboy (I loved your coupe project and how well it was detailed) and bud, please, feel free to contact me, I would enjoy sharing in your knowledge. daPaneleer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billschwindt Posted December 21, 2011 Report Share Posted December 21, 2011 Jump in with both feet, I'm doing a 94 Dakota under a 49 1/2 ton B series. Take your time, Bud sent me many pictures, they have been very helpful . I will have pic,s soon.Measure, measure & measure before cutting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Young Ed Posted December 21, 2011 Report Share Posted December 21, 2011 I wish you guys were closer so I could get some cheap dakota parts to keep my 94 on the road Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayfarer Posted December 21, 2011 Report Share Posted December 21, 2011 There are also a couple of these swaps over on the HAMB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paneleer Posted December 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2011 I wish you guys were closer so I could get some cheap dakota parts to keep my 94 on the road Tell me what you need, and if it less than 70lbs, USPS will flat rate ship it if it fits in their box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paneleer Posted December 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2011 posted in the DPETCA: http://www430.pair.com/p15d24/mopar_forum/showthread.php?t=30309 the thread on this truck will be kept there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paneleer Posted December 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 24, 2011 posted in the DPETCA:http://www430.pair.com/p15d24/mopar_forum/showthread.php?t=30309 the thread on this truck will be kept there Updated 24DEC11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slicknapier Posted December 25, 2011 Report Share Posted December 25, 2011 All right here we go. I am by no means an expert, but here's what I have done. I started by putting a volare clip on my original frame. After that I decided that I wanted to airbag the Panel. After taking some measurements and eyeballing the Dakota frame I thought it would be better to use the Dakota front suspension and build my frame from there back. The problem with the Dakota frame is the giant kick up behind the cab. I didn't like where it was going to end up on my truck. Another issue is the wheelbase is a little off. The panel is 108" and the Dakota is in the neighborhood of 112-114 I don't remember. Here are some pics just to show you where I'm at. Far from done, but my general layout is there. Any questions let me know, andrew... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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48Dodger Posted December 25, 2011 Report Share Posted December 25, 2011 posted in the DPETCA:http://www430.pair.com/p15d24/mopar_forum/showthread.php?t=30309 the thread on this truck will be kept there why are you doing this? 48D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Young Ed Posted December 28, 2011 Report Share Posted December 28, 2011 Tell me what you need, and if it less than 70lbs, USPS will flat rate ship it if it fits in their box I need panels like non rusty fenders or rockers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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