I am 18 with access to a 56 chevy truck 3200.  My only issue is its a long bed.  Everything else is great.  I would like to keep everything original, but wanted some input on swaping the frame for a short bed.  I know long beds are not as popular and It's all personal preferance.  Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appriciated.  Matt  

hey man i am 16 with 63 gmc long bed, i wanted a short bed, but this truck did not have any rust so i am leaving mine long bed but its what ever you like go with a dark paint and it looks shorter good luck!!  

You don't have to change frames to get a short bed. You can cut the frame you have. Long beds are 20 inches longer then a short bed. You shorten the frame 12 inches in front of the rear tire and just cut off 8 inches in the rear.