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Old 09-24-2012, 06:44 AM   #5
Keith Seymore
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Re: 1980 SWB Frame Questions

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Originally Posted by wraprail View Post
Really, hmmm...seems like i remember hearing something about GM putting a bend or something in these frames to make it easier/faster for assembly line workers to get the trans crossmember into the frame. But this crossmember goes under the frame, not between the rails
so that don't make sence.
You guys ever hear anything like that?
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Maybe.

That would be a semi regular occurance; there can also be strange formations to clear catalytic converters or other exhaust components, clearance for tools in the forming dies or assembly tooling, but I don't think that's what we are seeing here.

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