New 620 4X4 FRAME questions

[Charlie69]

If the white 620 4x4 is the one needing the frame I would find a 1980 to 1986 720 4x4 chassis.  This would make it easier.

[datzenmike]

Just put the 620 body on it and you're done.

[Smplone]

Yes now we are talking. However that particular truck was sold yesterday for $350 and it actually runs, drives, rust free frame and was given a 30 day warranty. The search continues. I did find a 76 620 2wd in Wichita KS that apparently has a rust free frame. Guy wants 800 for entire truck. Could probably get him down significantly but thats a 2k mile round trip for me. 

 

Honestly this blows knowing that one in Baltimore could have worked and was cheap and accessible. 

[Charlie69]

Contact lockleaf here on Ratsun.  He offered me a 720 4x4 chassis.  I beleive he is in Utah.

 

http://community.ratsun.net/topic/65049-charlie69s-86-720-king-cab-dd/?p=1495704

[Smplone]

I will try to find him. Found another local listing of a guy selling two below. I'll take any thoughts about any of these being candidates for frame swap. I understand some modification needed. Maybe biggest and most obvious question is can a KING cab frame be shortened in the back to fit short bed?

 

Blue Datsun 720 kc
-1982
-clean title from PA
-Ka24e swap 1/3 way done 
-need mount hole drilled for drivers side motor mount
-new clutch
-rhinolined interior
-has rust
-frame is great shape
-2 brand new fenders 
-2 brand new calipers (loaded)

Orange Nissan(Datsun) 720 kc
-1986
-rebuilt title from pa
-interior in Greta shape
-was using as a parts truck
-had original motor in bed
-no keys I don't think
-lots of body rust
-lowered

[]2eDeYe]

Short answer is yes. 

 

Not sure what is meant by "-need mount hole drilled for drivers side motor mount" 

 

I can only assume he is trying to make some assortment of factory mounts fit the motor to the frame. 

 

You will have some decisions to make regarding the KA or the L-Series. 

[Smplone]

Lockleaf got back to me and his 720 rolling frame sounds to good to be true with it being ready to go. This is my first Datsun project. What are the differences between a 720 frame and a 620. Have to do some good research to warrant the next efforts in trying to get that setup from Utah to Virginia.

[Smplone]

OK I have been looking scouring the area for a potential candidate. Below is what I have lined up for comment / feedback. But mostly for me to review what has been said against what I have found.

 

1. 1974 Datsun 620 - 2 Wheel Drive, Short Bed, Comes complete with everything - Frame swap and part out rest. 

             Located an hour from me - $450

 

2. 1976 Datsun 620 - 2 Wheel Drive, Long Bed, Comes with everything, in great running condition - Move my 4x4 parts to this truck and part out

             Located 350 miles from me - $2150

 

3. 1982 Datsun 720 - 2 Wheel Drive, Short Bed, Comes running and driving - Frame swap and part out the rest

             Located 25 miles away from me - $350

 

4. 1984 Nissan 720 - 4 Wheel Drive IFS, Extended cab, Long bed, Comes running and driving - Frame swap and part the rest

             Located 100 miles from me - $500

 

My first instinct is to jump on the 76 Datsun in great condition and just move pieces over to it.  But my reserved instinct is to go with the cheaper 74 and do the swap. 

[]2eDeYe]

Get both, build the cheap one into a 4x4 and the nice one into an even nicer truck.

 

[Smplone]

OMG that green one is Monster awesome. The last thing I need is a collection started. Already have an assortment of vehicles I am accounting for. But thanks for the motivation