Project help
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From: hialeah FL
Project help
hey guys,
I officially started my 73 project today
the car is on jacks and i was inspecting the chassis. Everything is good except for one slight problem. The chassis under the driver's side is rusty and the previous owner covered it with tar. any suggestions of how I can fix this?
Thanks
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/...R/IMG_1198.jpg
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I officially started my 73 project today
the car is on jacks and i was inspecting the chassis. Everything is good except for one slight problem. The chassis under the driver's side is rusty and the previous owner covered it with tar. any suggestions of how I can fix this?
Thanks
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/...R/IMG_1198.jpg
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/...R/IMG_1196.jpg
Last edited by S1NE5TER; Apr 9, 2011 at 03:18 PM. Reason: photos
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From: Lakeland Florida
Hello
That looks like a serious problem. You are probably going to get some replies along the lines of replacing your frame, which would be some serious work ahead.
I dont know how you could weld up a frame support on that without taking the body off.
I'm looking to see what others who have this type of experience can suggest for you.
kdf
That looks like a serious problem. You are probably going to get some replies along the lines of replacing your frame, which would be some serious work ahead.
I dont know how you could weld up a frame support on that without taking the body off.
I'm looking to see what others who have this type of experience can suggest for you.
kdf
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Hi S1,
I think you need to first clear off all the foreign material so you can see just how far and how involved the rust/damage actually is.
Then you'll be able to get some suggestions on how to proceed with the repair.
The damage is in a location where serious rust is not usually a problem. Perhaps a previous accident?
Good Luck as you get going!
Regards,
Alan
I think you need to first clear off all the foreign material so you can see just how far and how involved the rust/damage actually is.
Then you'll be able to get some suggestions on how to proceed with the repair.
The damage is in a location where serious rust is not usually a problem. Perhaps a previous accident?
Good Luck as you get going!
Regards,
Alan
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From: Algonac Michigan
That appears to be a lot of rust for an area that is not prone to rust. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.
The frame needs to be inspected thoroughly. And I feel that the body will be coming off before this issue is resolved.
Good Luck!
The frame needs to be inspected thoroughly. And I feel that the body will be coming off before this issue is resolved.
Good Luck!
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From: hialeah FL
Wow!! well the rest of the Chassis looks clean! there or no rust spots anywhere else, except for that section.
It has been on an accident before.
It has been on an accident before.
Last edited by S1NE5TER; Apr 10, 2011 at 01:56 AM.
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From: Kanuckistan
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Inspect you body mount #2 front inside the door pillar and try to poke a long screwdriver inside you frame hole to assert the state of the top of the frame.
Clean all you can on repost picture.
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From: Kanuckistan
2022 C3 of the Year Finalist - Modified
threads (including mine) that will help you figuring if you're up to the task.
Frame can come from another year, some will fit directly, some will need modifications.
The search tool is your best friend, start digging the forum and read read read.
I was pretty much clueless about cars one year ago, learned everything there.
Search especially for "birdcage rust".
If you have frame rust AND birdcage rust, prepare yourself for redoing the whole car, or maybe stop right there and look for another Vette.
I'm considering the worst case scenario here, it may not be that bad actually.
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From: hialeah FL
Guys,
I'm giving serious thought to the Frame off restoration and Frame Replacement. I found a 74 frame in good condition.
Will it fit my 73 or are the suspension points different on the 74 frame?
And can i mount my rear bumper on the 74 frame?
I'm giving serious thought to the Frame off restoration and Frame Replacement. I found a 74 frame in good condition.
Will it fit my 73 or are the suspension points different on the 74 frame?
And can i mount my rear bumper on the 74 frame?
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From: Waterford Mi
The frame should work but you will need to change the very back end. You should be able to cut off the rear of your frame and weld it in place to make the 74 frame fit the rear bumper attachments.
Drifting
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From: Oxford Ohio
Wait until you get if of and inspct the rust areas. A good fabricator can do almost anything with steel, a plasma cutter, and a tig welder.
While you're at it, the factory welds can be added to and additional support added also. Just don't jump the gun till you now for sure.
While you're at it, the factory welds can be added to and additional support added also. Just don't jump the gun till you now for sure.