[Chevelle-list] 1965 Frame & Rearend

[bad66chevelle454 at aol.com]

 Larry,

If I were to cut and weld a frame like that, I would use a full-penetration, butt weld. That would allow you to get maximum strength out of the weld, plus grind it smooth so it's not visible. 

Good luck and if you have any questions, just ask.

-Tim


 


 

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From: Mike Holleman <mholleman at ec.rr.com>
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Sent: Wed, 16 Apr 2008 5:09 am
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Frame & Rearend
















I would probably use some angle iron inside the frame for strength or you 
could just box it. The El Camino fuel tank mounts way different. It has side to 
side mounts(bars) ?under it with straps over the top. Bolts to the 
underside of the chassis.


Mike



  
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Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 1:49 
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Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Frame 
  & Rearend

  



  

  
Thanks for all the input. Sorry it took so long to get back to everyone. 
  I had a little fender bender @ work?last week and when woke up Saturday I 
  could hardly move.Then the water heater went out @ my house Sunday. So I spent 
  Monday & Tuesday trying to recouperate.

  
?

  
??I picked up the frame and stopped @ the carwash. After 20 
  dollars in quarters it looks like I scored real well.Next I will be measuring 
  and cutting the frame. I guess my next questions are:

  
1) After welding the frame does it need a gusset on the inside?

  
2) Would you grind and fill the welds until you cannot see?were it 
  was sectioned ?

  
3) I haven't looked yet but does the El Camino gas tank straps bolt up 
  the same as the coupe?

  
?

  
Z16CHEVELLEGUY at AOL.com
1965 Chevelle Malibu 
  SS
Collector of 1965 Chevelle parts
Seller of none (got to finish the 
  car first)


  
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