Frame advice....
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Frame advice....
Would someone who isn't looking for a frame for a '74 please take a look at this and give an honest opinion? Is this a good price? I would probably have it sandblasted and painted....would it make a good platform for a good price? Thanks!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...517418882&rd=1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...517418882&rd=1
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From: Dickinson (Houston) Texas
It looks to be solid, but needs work. It is an automatic frame due to the removable crossmember. The crossmember is missing so if you can use your crossmember that should not be an issue. The rust looks to be surface, but pictures can be deceiving.
It would be worth it if you can get as low a bid as possible, but $625 seems a little high to me....especially w/o the crossmember. If you do get it, be sure to have the A-Arm brackets welded to prevent any future problems. Even have them gusseted for more strength if budget and time will allow.
If you have a manual trans, you will need to get a clutch pivot bracket welded to the frame. You can get a bracket from Zip Products for about $15. Also if you do have a manual trans, you will need to find an automatic crossmember for the frame.... ask the seller if he will give you one.
There was also a picture of the differential... see if that is part of the deal.
Hope it goes well for you!!!
www.bigdogvettes.com
It would be worth it if you can get as low a bid as possible, but $625 seems a little high to me....especially w/o the crossmember. If you do get it, be sure to have the A-Arm brackets welded to prevent any future problems. Even have them gusseted for more strength if budget and time will allow.
If you have a manual trans, you will need to get a clutch pivot bracket welded to the frame. You can get a bracket from Zip Products for about $15. Also if you do have a manual trans, you will need to find an automatic crossmember for the frame.... ask the seller if he will give you one.
There was also a picture of the differential... see if that is part of the deal.
Hope it goes well for you!!!
www.bigdogvettes.com
Last edited by matchframe; Jan 7, 2005 at 12:02 AM.
Burning Brakes
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The rust and flaking around the rear kickup area kinda' bother me. Does the frame include all the misc lines and fasteners as shown in the picture? If so, that could add some value.
I've seen this frame on eBay before several times. I suspect there probably aren't a lot of buyers.
I've seen this frame on eBay before several times. I suspect there probably aren't a lot of buyers.
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I would want to see what is under the rubber body mounts that were left on the frame. 2 of mine were rusted underneath the rubber but you couldn't see it until the mounts were removed.
Rick B.
Rick B.
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There are a few areas of concern that are not clearly shown.
First, I would expect to pay around $500 for a decent frame with surface rust.
This one looks fairly solid but well rusted. Personal inspection
would be suggested for this frame. If it's not near you, then pass.
If you're patient, you will find one nearby at a reasonable price.
Keep posting wanted threads in the 4-sale section and here.
Keep watching Ebay.
Now, regarding the Ebay frame you show, I noticed something
that looks bad, but repairable. The passenger side lower control
arm bracket seems to have been cut or broken. Look closely at the
2 side in the picture. The one on the right is missing the end,
from what I can see.
First, I would expect to pay around $500 for a decent frame with surface rust.
This one looks fairly solid but well rusted. Personal inspection
would be suggested for this frame. If it's not near you, then pass.
If you're patient, you will find one nearby at a reasonable price.
Keep posting wanted threads in the 4-sale section and here.
Keep watching Ebay.
Now, regarding the Ebay frame you show, I noticed something
that looks bad, but repairable. The passenger side lower control
arm bracket seems to have been cut or broken. Look closely at the
2 side in the picture. The one on the right is missing the end,
from what I can see.
Last edited by NHvette; Jan 7, 2005 at 12:41 PM.
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Thanks for the advice guys....the auction suddenly disappeared from eBay, so maybe somebody locally got ahold of it. Anyway, check this site out....'74 frame sandblasted and POR-15'd - $1900 + shipping....
Burning Brakes
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If this helps,,,, I'v bought a windshield frame from this guy last year,, I asked a lot of questions and he always answered very honestly, and I was very pleased with what I got,,, if your not sure on this frame,, give him a call,, he probably has others, he seems to part out a lot of vettes....
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From: I can walk to MA
Originally Posted by vette_newb
Thanks for the advice guys....the auction suddenly disappeared from eBay, so maybe somebody locally got ahold of it. Anyway, check this site out....'74 frame sandblasted and POR-15'd - $1900 + shipping....
$1900 ain't cheap for a college guy. If I were you, I'd hold out for a
cheaper fixer-upper. Then again, I'm not you ...
Either that, or a junker vette with good frame ... part out the rest to recoup the cash.
Last edited by NHvette; Jan 7, 2005 at 08:33 PM.