Thread: frame advice

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A bit off topic but something to think about.... Where is the car going to be Registered? Might want to think about whats involved in getting the numbers on an aftermarket frame if you build it from scratch? I think I would get all the registration work done before doing the mods. Then make sure when it's completed that the numbers on the frame are correct with the registration, how ever you want to accomplish that. I think I would be for modifying a stock frame or keep at least the portion of the old frame with the numbers stamped intacked if ya know what I mean? It sure would be a drag to go to all that work and find out you cant use it on the street? Believe me it happens! Just something to think about and what ever its worth?

Having built several frames with both Moly tubing and original style rails just take your time and make sure everything is squared up nicely and tack everything together with strong tacks before welding it up. Double check everything after tacking. before you do the final weld clamp everthing down the best you can so the weld heat doesnt draw your frame out of square. Skip around when you weld and let the joints cool and normal tempeture before going to the next weldment. Just some tricks Ive learned over the years. Go for it and enjoy the process.

What were you thinking Mig, Tig, or something else?