1973 (C3) Chassis
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From: SW Florida.
That green Mamba also has some serious torque and serious traction. Almost like putting a frame in a rack and jacking on the middle. You can make the stiffest frame flex if you push hard enough on 3 points. If you intend to road race this car, that frame really has to go. Of course your frame will be overtaxed getting groceries at this point.
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From: SW Florida.
Talk to David. Allvettesforme. He may have some ideas for shipping that frame. I got a whole dodge caravan from L.A. to philly for about a thousand. A roller frame might be doable for similar money.
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From: Queen Creek, AZ
I have an SRIII frame under my 73 coupe. While I haven't got this project in driving shape yet , (It is at the paint shop right now), the SRIII frame is much stronger than the original frame which is obvious each time I jack it up. I went with the SRIII just because I wanted a more modern suspension but it does require some extensive body modifications behind the seating area. I do still have my old chassis that I found has only surface rust on it, if you are interested, although shipping might be an issue. If you want information on SRIII just call and talk to Mike Stockdale, the owner, who always makes time to answer your questions and has a wealth of knowledge in this area.
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From: Kavlinge Skane
Whoops, I did not check the date of the article I read. I took that as a tip before, to open the doors whenever I was going to jack the car up. So that's a clear sign of chassis flex? By the way, this what I don't want to happen after I get the car where I want it to be. Check out a video on YouTube, called Green Mamba Corvette and it should be the first one or the one that has a total video time of 12:14. Specifically pay attention to the 7:39-minute mark, and watch the door!
