Larry, If I were to cut and weld a frame like that, I would use a full-penetration, butt weld. That would allow you to get maximum strength out of the weld, plus grind it smooth so it's not visible.
Good luck and if you have any questions, just ask. -Tim -----Original Message----- From: Mike Holleman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: The Chevelle Mailing List <chevelle-list@chevelles.net> Sent: Wed, 16 Apr 2008 5:09 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Frame & Rearend I would probably use some angle iron inside the frame for strength or you could just box it. The El Camino fuel tank mounts way different. It has side to side mounts(bars) ?under it with straps over the top. Bolts to the underside of the chassis. Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 1:49 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Frame & Rearend Thanks for all the input. Sorry it took so long to get back to everyone. I had a little fender bender @ work?last week and when woke up Saturday I could hardly move.Then the water heater went out @ my house Sunday. So I spent Monday & Tuesday trying to recouperate. ? ??I picked up the frame and stopped @ the carwash. After 20 dollars in quarters it looks like I scored real well.Next I will be measuring and cutting the frame. I guess my next questions are: 1) After welding the frame does it need a gusset on the inside? 2) Would you grind and fill the welds until you cannot see?were it was sectioned ? 3) I haven't looked yet but does the El Camino gas tank straps bolt up the same as the coupe? ? [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Collector of 1965 Chevelle parts Seller of none (got to finish the car first) ? @ work It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money & Finance. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.22.13/1378 - Release Date: 4/15/2008 9:12 AM
