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Title: Using 87 C20 frame for a 87 V20
Post by: dc7432 on September 08, 2025, 09:28:22 pm

Our 87 V20 (4wd) frame needs to be replaced and we found a 87 C20 (2wd) frame. Looking for advice on what modifications the C20 will need to convert to 4wd. Our plan is to use everything on the V20 just need a frame, thanks in advance.

Title: Re: Using 87 C20 frame for a 87 V20
Post by: Captkaos on September 10, 2025, 09:28:41 am

Generally speaking every component for the engine mounting and trans mounting will need to be transfered.
The front and rear suspension mounting will also need to be transfered over.

Basically, in short without granular detail, you are going to strip both frames down to the frame rails and transfer them over being mindful of location

Title: Re: Using 87 C20 frame for a 87 V20
Post by: JohnnyPopper on September 15, 2025, 02:30:24 pm

Take lots of photos before starting  ::) :'( ;)

Title: Re: Using 87 C20 frame for a 87 V20
Post by: VileZambonie on September 17, 2025, 06:05:36 pm

Do you mean R20?

Title: Re: Using 87 C20 frame for a 87 V20
Post by: JohnnyPopper on September 17, 2025, 06:27:44 pm

VZ pretty sure he does  ;D

Curious why you need a complete frame?