BROTHERS took our shortbed conversion out east to show the guys at Sam's Garage just how easy it is to use and install. Watch as we shorten co-host Sam Mahdavi's 1967 C10 using BROTHERS kit. Direct Product Link: www.holley.com...
I suggested this back in the 70's. 63-66, Chevy short bed trucks were getting hard to find. My friend had a 65 Chevy, long bed. I said lets cut it down! Most people told me it could't be done. LOL!!
Great to have in depth videos made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts. Great to see the steps in clarity explained and demonstrated in detail rather than turning things into a comedy performance!. Very happy subscriber here guys.
Would the value be the same or close to an original short bed? Asking because I just converted my long bed Into a short bed and wanted to see what is worth now.
The current market seems to be supporting the value of converted shortbeds just like originals. In some cases where a longbed had exceptional patina and the bedsides were shortened professionally to retain the patina, we've seen those trucks be seemingly MORE valuable than an original shorty.
I have 2012 Dodge Ram Laramie 2500 long bed and I want to convert it to short bed, Is there a kit for that and do you recommend doing it or not? thanks in advance.
We don't make a kit, and we're not aware of anyone who does. As far as if we recommend it... we're all about making it what you want it to be. So if a short truck is what you want, then cut away!
The best thing about our kit is that the frame WILL be straight. We've done this project in many situations including a few DIY garages and it's very easy and always comes out right. We suggest you watch our instructional video for this kit, very easy to follow
@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV I’ve watched two already. Even called to get one but the guy said they’re on back order so I guess I’ll have to wait. Does the kit come with one or two plates ? For the fit up
It included a left and right template and left and right C Channels. We will have them back in stock very soon. We suggest you order one now and we'll ship it when they come into stock. Thanks for watching!
I disagree. They are already worth significantly less than a short bed. There were way way more long beds than shorts produced. Cutting them down properly will only increase the value. UNLESS it’s a low mile mint condition numbers matching barn find.... then maybe find a different one to cut down.
Yes and No. the cab mounts would need to be swapped and the front frame horns (the front of the frame) that attach to the bumper would need to be cut off and swapped or else you cant attach a bumper. there may be some other small differences as well, but those are the main two that come to mind quickly. We wouldn't recommend it, you're better off finding a 67-72 frame.
