2 Man Fab builds frame swaps for drivers across McKinney, TX. McKinney has an unusually strong classic-vehicle streak for a city its size -- the downtown square draws cruise-ins and car crowds, and there's a real population of restored and half-restored trucks parked in garages across Stonebridge Ranch and the older neighborhoods near the square. What we get from McKinney tends to be ambitious: not a single part, but a whole build somebody has been planning for a while and finally wants done properly.
McKinney is about thirty minutes west along US 380, one road most of the way. For a full build -- the kind of project that lives at a shop for weeks -- the drive matters far less than whether the shop will actually see it through, and we take on fewer jobs specifically so the ones we have get finished.
About Frame Swaps
A rusted-out frame doesn't have to mean the end of a truck you've put years into. A frame swap moves the body, driveline, and everything else onto a solid replacement frame -- either a cleaner factory frame or an upgraded one that supports better suspension and parts availability.
This is one of the more involved jobs we take on: the body has to come off, every line and harness has to be transferred cleanly, and the new frame has to be prepped and set up correctly before anything goes back together. We treat it with the same care as building a frame from scratch.
Whether you're saving a truck from rust or upgrading to a frame that supports the build you actually want, this is a job worth doing at a shop that won't rush the details.
What's Included
- Guidance on sourcing a suitable donor or replacement frame
- Full body-off transfer to the new frame
- Driveline and suspension transfer and setup
- Brake and fuel line re-routing and replacement as needed
- Frame prep, rust-proofing, and coating before reassembly
- Final fit and alignment check
How It Works
- 1
Assess & source
We assess the current frame's condition and help identify the right replacement frame for your truck and goals.
- 2
Body removal
The body, bed, and driveline components are carefully removed and staged for transfer.
- 3
Transfer & mount
Everything is transferred to the new frame, with lines, harnesses, and mounts redone properly, not just reused as-is.
- 4
Fit & final check
We check ride height, alignment readiness, and all systems before the truck goes back on the road.
How we quote frame swaps in McKinney
We don’t publish price lists. Every job is quoted per vehicle once we understand what you actually want built, and the quote is free. Call 832-732-0558 and tell us what the truck is.
Frame Swaps in McKinney -- Common Questions
How do I know if my truck needs a frame swap instead of a repair?
If the frame is rusted through in structural areas, a swap is usually safer and more cost-effective long term than patching. We'll give you an honest assessment.
How long does a frame swap take?
It's a significant job -- typically measured in weeks, not days. We'll give you a real timeline once we've seen the truck.
Can I supply my own replacement frame?
Yes, if you've already sourced one we can inspect it and work with it, or help you find the right one.
Will everything from the old frame transfer over?
Most components transfer, but some lines, mounts, and hardware are better replaced during a swap rather than reused -- we'll flag anything that needs it.
How long does a full build take?
It depends entirely on scope, and we'll give you a realistic window before you commit -- not an optimistic one. A full build is measured in weeks or months, and we'd rather you hear that at the start.
Serving All of McKinney
We take frame swaps work from every corner of McKinney -- Historic Downtown McKinney, Stonebridge Ranch, Craig Ranch, Adriatica, and the rest of Collin County -- across ZIP codes 75069, 75070, 75071, 75072. Most customers reach us by US 75 (Central Expressway) or US 380, which is about 30 minutes to 2330 Doe Branch Rd in Little Elm.
We’re two guys, one shop, and we take on fewer jobs than a volume shop on purpose -- so the person who quotes your frame swaps job is the person who builds it. Call 832-732-0558 or request a free quote for your McKinney build.
Truck body off a frame during a frame swap
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Frame Swaps for McKinney
- Shop: 2330 Doe Branch Rd, Little Elm, TX 75068
- From McKinney: about 30 minutes
- County: Collin County