Thread: Rat rod frame suggestions

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My Frame is based off of a Spirit frame, but I didn't neaten up the rails in front of the tubes like the Spirit chassis has them, but I still might.. still, I used a chop saw and an A/C 225 arc welder to build it... my frame has the kickups cut at 45* instead of 35*, which makes a complete 90* kickup., and I built it 3" longer b4 the kickup, and it's 20" after the kickup. but I'm fabricating a body that's a little larger than the 'standard' early car.

Originally Posted by Matt167

My Frame is based off of a Spirit frame, but I didn't neaten up the rails in front of the tubes like the Spirit chassis has them, but I still might.. still, I used a chop saw and an A/C 225 arc welder to build it... my frame has the kickups cut at 45* instead of 35*, which makes a complete 90* kickup., and I built it 3" longer b4 the kickup, and it's 20" after the kickup. but I'm fabricating a body that's a little larger than the 'standard' early car.

Thanks Matt. When I get home from sunny Florida in the spring I might get in touch with you to take a look at what you've done. I have attached a picture of the 35 ford AA that I might buy to use. Don't know if a double A body is too big/wide for a rat rod. Any ideas?
Tom

The cabs are all the same from the 1/2 ton's on up. the diffrences are in the fenders and hoods

I have heard that the cabs were the same but wasn't sure. I wouldn't use the fenders or hood anyway. If I buy it I plan on chopping the top and build or buy a frame like suggested. I am also looking for a better body down here in Florida. But if I can't find anything then I think thats what I will use.

I have a 73 ElCamino donor that is junk but I got the 307 sb and 3 speed tranny. Will I have to use a different tranny mount than for an automatic? Wondering if I can use the rear end? How about the front suspension although I would really like to have a straight axle. Guess I'm asking what all can I use off the Camino?

I really appreciate all the suggestions you guys have given me. It amazes me how you know so much about what fits what.
Tom