[C1] Frame information
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Frame information
I've come across a 1954 frame and am thinking about putting disc brakes and modern running gear on it. Will this frame line up with my stock 1959 body? Is there any features between the 54 and 59 frame that are different that I will be dealing with?
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Welcome to the Forum.
I believe C sherman is the best person to answer your questions. We have a lot of members with C-1 knowledge.
If you fill out your profile members near you are more likely to respond. Good luck with your project.
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Unless you are running an electric fuel pump, you may not have room for a mechanical pump.
There may be other issues, but that is one that comes to mind.
There may be other issues, but that is one that comes to mind.
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Yes it will
The 53 to 62 frame is the same except for minor changes here and there
Battery tray, holes here and there, rear crossmember holes - etc....
But yes it will bolt up
Modern gear - do you mean LS or Smalll Block Chev
Either will bolt up nicely
Gray is correct - if doing a SBC - the frame is not notched for a mechanical fuel pump
The 53 to 62 frame is the same except for minor changes here and there
Battery tray, holes here and there, rear crossmember holes - etc....
But yes it will bolt up
Modern gear - do you mean LS or Smalll Block Chev
Either will bolt up nicely
Gray is correct - if doing a SBC - the frame is not notched for a mechanical fuel pump
