Collier Technologies Replacement Frame
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Instructor
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From: Brentwood TN
Collier Technologies Replacement Frame
I just saw an ad for Collier Technologies replacement frames and went to their website. I was just curious if anyone has seen one or has an opinion on this vs a new OEM frame
http://www.colliertechnologies.com/
http://www.colliertechnologies.com/
Pro
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From: Woodstock GA
Looks very interesting! This is the first time I have seen this particular frame, and the first time I have ever seen a frame made of 304 stainless! I like the idea of using the C4 suspension components.
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I'm guessing, but call them to verify it, that this frame with the C4 suspension upgrade, uses the stock C4 track width, forcing you to use C4/C5 type wheels. You just have to decide if that is an item that would impact your decision.
Drifting
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From: Spring Texas
I saw them at Carlyle in 2006. Very nice looking frames. Pretty in polished stainless, but probably a bit heavy. SRIII makes nice frames. Probably lighter and stiffer. Here is a link http://www.sriiimotorsports.com/196382corvette.html
Safety Car
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From: North Easton Mass
Take a look at www.rowleycorvette.com also. They have a similar frame (maybe made by Collier, who knows?) for a few hundred $ less.
Edit: Since the last time I looked it seems the price has gone up $1,000.
Rick B.
Edit: Since the last time I looked it seems the price has gone up $1,000.
Rick B.
Last edited by 72LS1Vette; Nov 23, 2007 at 05:46 PM.
Former Vendor
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From: Social Circle Georgia
We received some info from them a while back. Prices seem very reasonable. If some one is interested in their frames let me know. I'd be willing to sign up as a dealer and give anyone a good price in exchange for basically getting me set up with them.
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09
That is the route I planned on going with my 63. It is the same weight as a stock unit but much stronger and more flex resistant. Nice piece of art! I will probably reinforce my stock frame and powdercoat it since my financial situation has changed lately.
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From: Airdrie Alberta
looks like a decent alternative to our rusty frames.
http://www.colliertechnologies.com/
Check out the durability test videos...those shocks must be just cooking!
http://www.colliertechnologies.com/
Check out the durability test videos...those shocks must be just cooking!
