npr247

I plan to replace the rusted frame on my 63 coupe with one of the aftermarket frames. I want a complete roller & will do the body swap myself, as well as installing a crate motor & 5 speed. Does anyone have personal experience, pro or con with any of these frame builders, SRiii, Street Shop, Jamison, Collier, etc.
My ideal car will appear more-less original, with wheels & tires that look more period correct than modern; not big rims/ultra-low profile tires.
What can you tell me that I should know before I start on this project?
Thanks your help.

vt65

I know this doesn't answer your question but if you want to keep the car looking stock and don't want to go with all the new suspension upgrades why not just find a good used frame?

JohnZ

Unless you just have an affinity for tubular aftermarket frames (which will set you back about $12,000.00 - $15,000.00), why not simply replace your rusty original frame with a brand-new GM-licensed stock frame from Vette Products of Michigan? They're about 1/3 of what you'll spend for a tubular frame.

www.vetteproducts.net

John McGraw

I have bought several SRIII frames over the last 10 years, and have never failed to be completely satisfied with all of them. Street Shop makes a nice frame as well, especially if you want a rectangular tubing chassis rather than a round tube one. All that being said, as John said, the lowest cost alternative is to put a stock replacement frame under the car. It is all about what you want and how much you want to spend.


Regards, John McGraw

npr247

Thanks for the input. The reason I want a roller is mostly a time issue. This had been a race car and everything from the motor to the diff is non-original and worn out. I am afraid if I rebuild everything the project will drag on forever, and I really want to get it on the road. Since nothing in the car is original there is nothing worth saving, so I thought a complete roller would be a good solution. I also admit I kinda like the idea of modern brakes & steering, although I love the feel of old school carbureted V8.

Pop Chevy

Well , I hate to break it to ya. BUT 15 in rims won't work with the c-4/c-5 suspensions. The track width is too wide.

steampunk c1

Try a wtb c2 frame on parts forum plenty of restomod guys out there.

Comp Cam 1

Also Neil is nothing but Honey love and peachs all wrapped into one!

uxojerry

An after market chassis using c4 suspension is probably what your looking for. The photo shows a 65 with a Street Shop chassis and c4 components.



The wheels are 17" and the car pretty much has a traditional looking appearance.

Steve439

If you can do a body swap and a 5 speed you can certainly move your suspension/brake parts (replacing stuff as needed) to a new frame.
I'd say go with JohnZ's advice...

TC233

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1964-Corvett...sories&vxp=mtr

Top_Notch

Just trying to help out. No affiliation.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/3263396076.html

FastEddy

The Jamison Frame is setup for a stock C-2 track width, so you could run original wheels if you wanted. For 15" wheels you must use the '84 thru '88 C-4 brakes - they were designed for 16's, but 15's just clear the calipers. The Jamison is also probably the least expensive setup. You do have to raise the floor right behind the seat, but they make a panel for that.

Here's mine... I've yet to see another old school motor in a tube chassis.. but it's what I preferred.

Also, keep an eye out for a complete original chassis. I've seen a few for sale over the years.. I mean afterall, I sold mine... but it was slightly bent..

uxojerry

vetterodder has a 64 chassis he will be getting rid of. You may want to check with him.

Ron Noblett

Curious if you got any replys to using a collier frame under you 63

mark6669

I just bought a 63 for my next restomod project has a very nice frame with all the suspension rebuilt and front disc's added will be selling very soon. I have a Jamison under my 63 coupe with 17's.and a little higher profile tires than most people use.
Mark