What is the difference?

[wolfpack]

ok guys what is the difference between 70 and 71 besides grilles and motor types. I'm going to go ahead and buy the 70 the guy asked me today if i was still interested and you know me i said yes... it doesn't have a title but i have a title for my 71 so i thought i would just switch everything out of that truck into mine minus the motor, i'm keeping the 360 in mine the other one has a 302 that's he can't figure out whats wrong but looks like the toad is going to get a face lift...or momma's going to give me one once she finds out what i'm up to... Terry...

[BigRedTruck]

seems like I read the the instrumentation for 70 is single year only.

[460 crew]

seems like I read the the instrumentation for 70 is single year only.

Just the plug that goes in the back and the circuit sheet on the back. no real big differences.

[68F250]

Yep, the instrument cluster and bulkhead electrical connector are unique on the '70.

Also if the consecutive unit number on the '71 is M00,000 or higher, the front axles, spindles, steering arm, tie rod, drag link and pitman arm are different than the '70.

[Sharkdance]

Use the frame and drivetrain that match your title. Everything else can be switched out to use the best of both trucks.

[wolfpack]

yeah i was going to switch the stuff around on the frame, also maybe the cab because i need a cab...Terry

[Sharkdance]

A cab swap is not as difficult as it may seem. IF you have the tools, space, and time to do it.
Use the best wiring harness and its matching meter set.
But be forewarned. Once you start it, its VERY easy to fall victim to the "As long as Im doing it I may as well" syndrome.

[460 crew]

I'm a victim

[wolfpack]

yeah i'm afraid i'm going to say well since it's tore apart i need to fix that to, besides i'm the type if you going to fix it, fix it right the first time so you don't have to go back....thanks guys...Terry....

[binder56jd]

that is a "deadly" syndrome- just ask my 72- jd