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Old Mar 29, 2012 | 08:46 PM
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Default Differences in a 75 to 81 frame?

I know the rear suspension is different but are the body mounts in the same location? I came across a very nice 75 4 speed rolling frame today. I would like to swap out to the pre 80 suspension, But if possible use the whole frame.. Thanks
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Old Mar 29, 2012 | 09:49 PM
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I posed the same question to the forum recently and, if I remember correctly, the mounts work out in all the right places. The only significant difference is the crossmember for the differential mounting.
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Old Mar 30, 2012 | 12:13 AM
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Here you go.
http://www.71corvette.com/frames.html
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Originally Posted by CaseyJones
I posed the same question to the forum recently and, if I remember correctly, the mounts work out in all the right places. The only significant difference is the crossmember for the differential mounting.
Crossmembers are different I do believe...
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Old Mar 31, 2012 | 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by 63mako

Rear half of the frame is also different to allow for fuel tank position under the big back window.

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