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1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Here is my current project. Its a 54 3100 I picked up from a friend of mine chev3600. The frame was hacked and I couldnt find a decent replacement local and wasnt 100% settled on the S10 swap so I decided to build a square tube chassis to mount my C4 IFS and IRS to. I took about 1000 measurements and wrote everything down to use while duplicating the chassis. I dont have a frame table or anything so it has taken longer than I wanted it to but has turned out good so far. It is totally square and level so far within 1/32 of an inch. WELL within spec. Anyway here are some pics of where I am so far.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
The chassis as it sits today and the 20" Camaro wheels I picked up use for mockup/rollers. May use them permanently depending on how they look on there.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Looking very good, interesting build....
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Very talanted with the.metal work..looks.like you have an idea and make it happen
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Thanks guys. Hope to have the chassis welded solid tomorrow and maybe have the cab back on. We'll see.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Cab looks solid, and the frame looks super, along for the ride...Jim
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
I got the frame welded solid today (minus my fish plates) with the frontmost crossmember in for the radiator support to mount to. Added the cab mounts and set the cab back on the chassis. Next I will mount the fenders so I can find my new axle centerline for the front wheels. Then I will set up the front and rear suspension for the ride height Im after. I am going to use the Vette leafs for now and will switch to coilovers if I need to. Here are some progress pics.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Looks really good.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Sweet....Jim
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Nice, thanks man. I may have to try that with the springs. I appreciate the comments guys.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Nice build, I like the frame alot.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Thanks man, it has taken me alot longer than I thought it would but it is solid as hell and looks good and is square to boot!
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Nice work on the frame. Cab looks to be in real good shape. What motor will you be running ?
Shawn
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Planning on a 5.3 or a 6.0 but we'll see. I'll run a 4.8 if I find a deal on one.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
What's up Josh? Did you give up on the 72 build? I'm in for this one too.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
I had a guy come by that wanted it way more than i did! This one has been way more fun to me too.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
hell yeah man, who needs a frame table anyway right. Your making it work just right with what you got. So much talent on this site its crazy. Luuuv that patina hood in the BG too.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Thanks a lot man I appreciate that. Wish the whole truck looked like that hood!
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Nice frame work! Keep the updates coming!
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Thanks guys. I'll be out of town this weekend so maybe next weekend if I can find time.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Anyone here have access to a plasma table or water jet or something? I ordered some fish plates but not sure I am 100% happy with them? I have a template I can send to have cut. Everyone wants an arm and a leg to have the machine cut them. Any help? Thanks guys.
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
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Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build
Started determining the ride height and wheelbase. Going to throw the running boards, fenders, and bed on it to finish that but couldnt resist a couple pics!
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