Chassis swap question

Discussion in 'Suspension/Chassis' started by Liquidhandwash, Jul 3, 2018.

  1. Liquidhandwash

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    Does anyone know if a 2wd 1993 N80 Chassis will bolt up to a 1980 N40 2wd cab? I was given a wreck and the chassis brakes suspension looks great, so the price is right!
     
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    Should be pretty close...body mounts could be off or different? I really don't know, but they didn't change too much, if you just wanted to swap over some parts?

    Check it out visually and take some measurements.

    What are you looking to gain?
     
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    The 93 chassis has better suspension, brakes, power steering, sway bar, etc. My old 1980 chassis is full of rust.
     
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    The simple answer is yes, it is possible.

    I've seen your '79-'83 body swapped onto a newer tacoma frame. But I don't know what was done to make it happen.
     
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