69 Frame
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From: Rocklin California
69 Frame
I think I need to replace the frame on my 73 coupe due to massive ammounts of rust
I am watching a 69 on e-bay. Will this fit my 73 body and all suspension pieces as it is a bare frame?
Thanks in advance,
Bubs
I am watching a 69 on e-bay. Will this fit my 73 body and all suspension pieces as it is a bare frame?Thanks in advance,
Bubs
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From: North Easton Mass
It should fit fine. You will have to modify the 73 bumper mounting plates a little because the holes won't line up exactly with the 69 frame but other than that you should have no problems. I went the opposite direction, putting a 73 frame under a 72 body and I had to modify the 72 bumper plates to line up with the 73 frame holes. It's a lot easier to modify the plates than the frame horns and no one will ever know the difference.
Rick B.
Rick B.
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From: Columbus Mn
I replaced my rotted 73 frame with a 69 frame. The front bumper went on with no problems. I've only mocked up my rears bumpers, but I didn't notice any issues. Maybe, I'll find some issues during the final assembly. I doubt if there is an issue, that it won't be easily solved. Good luck.
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Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Frisco TX
I am replacing my rusted 4 speed '69 frame with a '70 auto frame.
The auto frames will have a bolt-in 2nd X-member - the 4 speed frames are welded in. Auto frame will not have the clutch Z bar frame bracket and the tranny mounts are slightly different between the two.
Good Luck, Ed
The auto frames will have a bolt-in 2nd X-member - the 4 speed frames are welded in. Auto frame will not have the clutch Z bar frame bracket and the tranny mounts are slightly different between the two.
Good Luck, Ed
