Frame Swap?
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Frame Swap?
Would anyone happen to know if I could do a direct frame swap from a 69-73 with my 77? If not, what changes would need to occur or is it even worth it?
I've been looking for a 77 frame in the Detroit area, but have had no luck.
I've been looking for a 77 frame in the Detroit area, but have had no luck.
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Ya, looked all over the place. Seems as if they are all located in Atlanta or the SE US. Getting frustrated and desparate to find one local so I don't have to ship. I'm looking to spend around $400-$500.
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There is absolutely no way you will find 69-73 frame for $500 these days. Most of them are either ready for the scrap heap or priced at $1,500 +. You would still have to cut the back of the frame above the rear wheels and weld on a later year rear section.
Try to find a parts car that has a reasonably good frame. I sold a mostly complete 79 with a pretty good frame that I had Rust-Bulleted and painted for $1,000.
I recently paid $1,500 for a very nice 73 frame and while it killed me to have to pay that much I think in retrospect I got a good deal.
Rick B.
Try to find a parts car that has a reasonably good frame. I sold a mostly complete 79 with a pretty good frame that I had Rust-Bulleted and painted for $1,000.
I recently paid $1,500 for a very nice 73 frame and while it killed me to have to pay that much I think in retrospect I got a good deal.
Rick B.
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Originally Posted by Emeightch
Would anyone happen to know if I could do a direct frame swap from a 69-73 with my 77? If not, what changes would need to occur or is it even worth it?
I've been looking for a 77 frame in the Detroit area, but have had no luck.
I've been looking for a 77 frame in the Detroit area, but have had no luck.
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