Project ST2 Rebuild
12-29-2011, 12:44 PM
#21
Le Mans Master
you can straighten the frame, it works just fine. The rear will be easy, I don't think you need to replace the tub, just repair the bad spots (it is a race car after all. I would just cut off the end of the rear frame that is bent.
You'll be up and running in no time!
You'll be up and running in no time!
patch the tub and trim the frame
12-29-2011, 03:40 PM
#22
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
I will have the guy doing the frame work on the car check it out and make sure there isn't any surprises when it comes to straightening it back out. And trimming the frame will be some addition weight reduction 
12-29-2011, 04:10 PM
#23
Instructor
How much of the frame can be trimmed before rules are broken?
12-29-2011, 04:34 PM
#24
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Here is the only part of the rules that might come into question that I can tell...
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
12-29-2011, 05:33 PM
#26
Le Mans Master
Here is the only part of the rules that might come into question that I can tell...
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
12-29-2011, 05:42 PM
#27
Instructor
Here is the only part of the rules that might come into question that I can tell...
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
"ST1 and ST2 only (not applicable for STR1 and STR2): Every vehicle must retain its OEM frame rails (or unibody), strut towers, floorpan, and subframe. Tube-frame chassis conversion (partial or complete) is not permitted without a waiver from the National ST Director."
So if that means ALL parts of the frame rails, then I don't think you can cut any part off.
12-30-2011, 12:06 AM
#34
You already took the warning hit. Bumpers welded to frame rails help to strenghten the structure in a number of directions and provide part of the initial crush zone to decelerate the mass in an impact. If you cut bumpers you are sacrificing some engineered safety. I'd cut the bumpers off and reweld new ones They are ment to be sectioned.
glad you came out unscathed though! 
12-30-2011, 07:35 AM
#36
Le Mans Master
You already took the warning hit. Bumpers welded to frame rails help to strenghten the structure in a number of directions and provide part of the initial crush zone to decelerate the mass in an impact. If you cut bumpers you are sacrificing some engineered safety. I'd cut the bumpers off and reweld new ones They are ment to be sectioned.
12-30-2011, 09:30 AM
#37
Drifting
Having watched the wreck in person but not getting a good close-up of the car off track, that front clip looks worse than I figured. But, it can be straightened.
I once fixed the bumper on a Ranger pickup with a pine tree and a come-along. You can do the same on that rear. LOL.
Good luck with the rebuilt. Keep us updated with progress pics.
-kevin
I once fixed the bumper on a Ranger pickup with a pine tree and a come-along. You can do the same on that rear. LOL.
Good luck with the rebuilt. Keep us updated with progress pics.
-kevin
12-30-2011, 10:31 AM
#38
Instructor
Since we are on the subject, what about mini tub of the rear?
12-30-2011, 10:40 AM
#39
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
I appreciate you looking out for me Jim... my frame guy said he can straighten the front and rear for me so its not a big deal if I need to leave it on especially on the rear.
12-30-2011, 07:25 PM
#40
Le Mans Master
How many more times you want to ask?