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Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:07 PM

I am wanting to coat with POR15 and then get some extra support welded on the inside of the framerail and then replace the crossmember. My dad gave me truck so sentemental reasons make me not want to swap frames.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:09 PM

Pic #2

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:13 PM

Picture #3

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:14 PM

Do you think that the above would be enough or do I need more intensive strengthening?

Southpa · 10-17-2003, 10:16 PM

I dunno, doesn't look very good. Hit it w/ a hammer and stab it w/ a sharp screwdriver a few times. Almost looks like the screwdriver might carry right on thru.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:21 PM

I know I made the holes with my nuclkes just pinging on it. I was thinking kinda doing a C section on the inside of the frame to strengthen it or maybe boxing it.

I have a spare frame but just holding out some hope.

Southpa · 10-17-2003, 10:26 PM

Well, its a pretty serious area. My ex-girlfriend's father had something happen to him one day. He was pulling his 67 Bel Air out of the driveway and his car broke in half! Yes, both frame rails broke and the middle of the car hit the road. You need solid metal under you, nuf said.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:28 PM

Yeah I think my dad if he could right now would say pretty much the same thing. It is just hard right now.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 10:30 PM

Has anyone seen something like this happen before?

junkyardjohn · 10-17-2003, 11:00 PM

WOW!!! I CAN RELATE TO SENTIMENTAL REASONING...... BUT GIVE IT UP, & PUT A NEW FRAME UNDER IT BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT. IF THE FRAMES THAT RUSTY.... HOWS THE BODY?? JOHN

busterwivell · 10-17-2003, 11:07 PM

Don't chance it.........you know how rust is......replace it, you'll be happier when you know it is safe.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2003, 11:10 PM

The front sheetmetal and doors have been replaced by my dad. He gave me a real good bed to put on it and when I took the old one off it was like that. The bed floor was real bad and the floor pieces were sittigf in big lumps along the rails where the rusted spots are.

THe deal is I am in Texas and never have seen anything like it before. The cab floor is pretty good some rust but not too bad.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-17-2003, 11:26 PM

change that frame before ya get hurt drivin it you can still keep the old frame around but get it out from under that truck

breeh · 10-18-2003, 12:50 AM

Your dad would kick your A$$ if he knew you were driving around risking your life with that frame! Change the frame and keep the rest for sentimentality.

Primered_69 · 10-18-2003, 01:00 AM

I just made arangements to get another frame. I would like to thank you all for your honesty to help me overcome the "denial" I was having

Tx Firefighter · 10-18-2003, 12:59 PM

Shane, if your deal on the frame falls through, I have 2 short wheel base frames in Ft Worth. I'll take care of you on one of them.

Don't you have a new baby due real soon? Her life is worth more than sentimental attachment to a frame.

Kevin

**truckster** · 10-18-2003, 01:22 PM

Even swapping out the frame, it's still going to be the truck your dad gave you.

Primered_69 · 10-18-2003, 03:06 PM

Yeah my baby girl is being born on Monday. That is a major consideration.

ZOOMY · 10-21-2003, 04:40 AM

Are you sure that truck isn't from Mn. ???.....Zoomy

krue · 10-21-2003, 04:48 AM

Congratulations on the baby and the realization that you need a new frame! This way you can do a "frame off" for sure!

VTKidder · 10-21-2003, 08:46 AM

You can cut corners in many areas on a truck, but a frame is the absolutely key part to the whole thing. I understdand sentimental value, but swap that thing.

10-17-2003, 10:07 PM	#1
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Rusted Frame with Pics I am wanting to coat with POR15 and then get some extra support welded on the inside of the framerail and then replace the crossmember. My dad gave me truck so sentemental reasons make me not want to swap frames. Attached Images __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:14 PM	#4
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Do you think that the above would be enough or do I need more intensive strengthening? __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:16 PM	#5
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,409	I dunno, doesn't look very good. Hit it w/ a hammer and stab it w/ a sharp screwdriver a few times. Almost looks like the screwdriver might carry right on thru. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

10-17-2003, 10:21 PM	#6
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	I know I made the holes with my nuclkes just pinging on it. I was thinking kinda doing a C section on the inside of the frame to strengthen it or maybe boxing it. I have a spare frame but just holding out some hope. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:26 PM	#7
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,409	Well, its a pretty serious area. My ex-girlfriend's father had something happen to him one day. He was pulling his 67 Bel Air out of the driveway and his car broke in half! Yes, both frame rails broke and the middle of the car hit the road. You need solid metal under you, nuf said. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

10-17-2003, 10:09 PM	#2
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Pic #2 Attached Images __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:13 PM	#3
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Picture #3 Attached Images __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:28 PM	#8
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Yeah I think my dad if he could right now would say pretty much the same thing. It is just hard right now. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 10:30 PM	#9
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Has anyone seen something like this happen before? __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 11:00 PM	#10
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	WOW!!! I CAN RELATE TO SENTIMENTAL REASONING...... BUT GIVE IT UP, & PUT A NEW FRAME UNDER IT BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT. IF THE FRAMES THAT RUSTY.... HOWS THE BODY?? JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

10-17-2003, 11:07 PM	#11
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	Don't chance it.........you know how rust is......replace it, you'll be happier when you know it is safe. __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

10-17-2003, 11:10 PM	#12
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	The front sheetmetal and doors have been replaced by my dad. He gave me a real good bed to put on it and when I took the old one off it was like that. The bed floor was real bad and the floor pieces were sittigf in big lumps along the rails where the rusted spots are. THe deal is I am in Texas and never have seen anything like it before. The cab floor is pretty good some rust but not too bad. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2003, 11:26 PM	#13
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	change that frame before ya get hurt drivin it you can still keep the old frame around but get it out from under that truck __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-18-2003, 12:50 AM	#14
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	Your dad would kick your A$$ if he knew you were driving around risking your life with that frame! Change the frame and keep the rest for sentimentality. __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

10-18-2003, 01:00 AM	#15
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	I just made arangements to get another frame. I would like to thank you all for your honesty to help me overcome the "denial" I was having __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)



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10-18-2003, 12:59 PM	#16
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Shane, if your deal on the frame falls through, I have 2 short wheel base frames in Ft Worth. I'll take care of you on one of them. Don't you have a new baby due real soon? Her life is worth more than sentimental attachment to a frame. Kevin __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

10-18-2003, 01:22 PM	#17
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,976	Even swapping out the frame, it's still going to be the truck your dad gave you. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

10-18-2003, 03:06 PM	#18
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Yeah my baby girl is being born on Monday. That is a major consideration. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-21-2003, 04:40 AM	#19
ZOOMY Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: WIS Posts: 1,752	rust Are you sure that truck isn't from Mn. ???.....Zoomy

10-21-2003, 04:48 AM	#20
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Congratulations on the baby and the realization that you need a new frame! This way you can do a "frame off" for sure! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

10-21-2003, 08:46 AM	#21
VTKidder Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 996	You can cut corners in many areas on a truck, but a frame is the absolutely key part to the whole thing. I understdand sentimental value, but swap that thing.

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