'64 Frame replacement
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From: Monument CO
'64 Frame replacement
I'm looking for a replacement frame for my 1964. Does anyone know any reputable suppliers? I'm aware of the replacement sections available, but the frame on this car is so bad, I don't think I have anything good to weld to!
Burning Brakes
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From: Horsetown USA (Norco) Kaleeforkneeah
Are you looking for a 64 frame. or would you settle for any C2 frame? Coupe or convertible?
I will have my 65 Vert frame (complete rolling chassis) for sale around the first of the year (maybe sooner) I do however want to sell it with the engine (NOM350) trans (TKO 600), and all suspension components. It has a 4:11 rear diff.
I will have my 65 Vert frame (complete rolling chassis) for sale around the first of the year (maybe sooner) I do however want to sell it with the engine (NOM350) trans (TKO 600), and all suspension components. It has a 4:11 rear diff.
Burning Brakes
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From: DAVIE/FORT LAUDERDALE FL
Originally Posted by Kevin 64
I'm looking for a replacement frame for my 1964. Does anyone know any reputable suppliers? I'm aware of the replacement sections available, but the frame on this car is so bad, I don't think I have anything good to weld to!
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08
I purchased a new 64 frame from Vette Products of Michigan and was very satisfied. The frame that I purchased reflected the 63 and 64 model year that are slightly different than the 65, 66 and 67.
Good Luck,
Eddie
Good Luck,
Eddie
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From: Wyoming NY
Originally Posted by Kevin 64
I'm looking for a replacement frame for my 1964. Does anyone know any reputable suppliers? I'm aware of the replacement sections available, but the frame on this car is so bad, I don't think I have anything good to weld to!
http://www.vetteproducts.net/
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From: Monument CO
To those of you that used the reproduced frame from Vette products-did you have any issues using their frame? I spoke to a rep there and he said they are using the original equipment from AO Smith and that the frame would be just like the original. Would you concur?
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From: Marblehead MA
Rowley Corvette
Seeing as how they are local, I went to view their latest offering and I was quite impressed. I don't think I would ever purchase the Stainless Steel frame, but the stock frame was equally as nice. And at $4K, it seems to be a good deal........
http://rowleycorvette.com/frames-new.html
http://rowleycorvette.com/frames-new.html
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08
Originally Posted by Kevin 64
To those of you that used the reproduced frame from Vette products-did you have any issues using their frame? I spoke to a rep there and he said they are using the original equipment from AO Smith and that the frame would be just like the original. Would you concur?
The only thing missing was the holes for the brake and fuel lines. Everything on the frame was exactly like the original. The only issue I had was that I had to send it out to get sandblasted and powder coated.
Eddie
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Originally Posted by achapman
Seeing as how they are local, I went to view their latest offering and I was quite impressed. I don't think I would ever purchase the Stainless Steel frame, but the stock frame was equally as nice. And at $4K, it seems to be a good deal........
http://rowleycorvette.com/frames-new.html
http://rowleycorvette.com/frames-new.html
Their C2/C4 frames look like a deal, but not keen on shipping from MA.
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From: Marblehead MA
When I was at Rowley Corvette they indicated to me that the frames are supplied by a current OEM supplier to GM. They claimed the supplier is local to them.....
Again, the frames looked of very good quality, and the welds were well done. Probably by robot. The holes were there for both gas and brake lines. The had two basic set ups, the original C2 suspension and the newer C4 suspension. Currently in the works are plans for C5/C6 suspension......
Again, the frames looked of very good quality, and the welds were well done. Probably by robot. The holes were there for both gas and brake lines. The had two basic set ups, the original C2 suspension and the newer C4 suspension. Currently in the works are plans for C5/C6 suspension......
