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Old 01-03-2009, 11:15 AM
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Is the C5 frame removeable from the body or is it permanently laminated?
Old 01-03-2009, 11:27 AM
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All the parts are bolted to the frame, so it is the other way around.

So No you can not remove the frame. But you can take all the body parts and other parts off the frame.

but why?
Old 01-03-2009, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Buddy OJiggy
Is the C5 frame removeable from the body or is it permanently laminated?
The rocker panels are bonded to the frame. Probably some more spots as well
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The front inner fenders, firewall, rockers, and rear tub are bonded to the body. And if your car is a coupe, the part of the roof between the removable top and the rear window is also bonded. For fixed roof coupes, well, the whole roof is also bonded (obviously).
Everything else can be unbolted.
I had to do this for extensive paint and detailing work.
Good luck - It is not difficult.

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