Thread: Frames

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The S-10 frame is great for some applications, but not all. They fit fine under a fat fendered rod (48-52), especially the fat fendered pick ups. What most rodders dont realize is that there is a flaired joint just before the rear kick up. The weld in this joint can be ground out, the frame pulled apart and lengthened or shortened as needed for the proper wheelbase, and rewelded. Yes, the engine mounts are set forward, but this can be changed also. A lot of times a rodder will get in a hurry and overlook little details like this.

In the case of the first picture of the model A... WHAT WAS HE THINKING...It looks like he used an S-10 Blazer frame. I doubt if he ever measured anything. S-10 frames do not fit well under model T, A or B (1915-1933).

In the second picture, that frame should've been extended another 4-6 inches, and lowered with reversed spindles ($29), and blocks ($12).

I wouldn't use an S-10 Blazer frame, they're about a 100" wheelbase and are 8" higher from the ground. Even with lowering it would still make a rod look like an "off roader".

By the way...S-10s come in three wheelbases:

Shortbed...108"
Longbed....117"
Ext Cab......122"