Checking frame alignment
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Checking frame alignment
Before I spend bucketloads of money on new suspension, steering, roll cage etc, I'd like to do some basic measurements to make sure my frame is pretty close to square. Any suggestions on what measurements and what landmarks to use.
My manuals say to pick identical landmarks on the frame rails and measure an X pattern. Anything within 3/16" is supposed to be okay. Any thoughts? I know I could take it to a frame shop, but I wanted to do some checking on my own first.
My manuals say to pick identical landmarks on the frame rails and measure an X pattern. Anything within 3/16" is supposed to be okay. Any thoughts? I know I could take it to a frame shop, but I wanted to do some checking on my own first.
Last edited by Patience; Aug 6, 2005 at 04:26 PM.
Le Mans Master
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From: Austin Texas
The easiest part of the Corvette frame to get damaged is the front frame extensions, just ahead of the front cross-member. (The front sway bar brackets bolt up to it.) Look for tears and/or wrinkles in the frame at that point. Other than that, use the cross-check and heights at similar points, if you have a lever floor. 
Burning Brakes
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From: Northeast Ohio
I bought these. I think it is the best way to check all aspects of your frame.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-...QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-...QQcmdZViewItem
Burning Brakes
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From: wash. dc
checking frame
hey dboz, any way you can fax or email that sheet to me. i'm concerned about my frame also...pm me or email to glfahlcron@msn.com
