You are better off spending the chassis reinforcement money at a.
C3 corvette frame reinforcement.
Discussion starter 1 nov 15 2011.
The door jamb before we welded the plate on.
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Sub frame connectors are only used on unibody cars with partial frames like a camaro or a late model mustang to tie the front and rear sub frames together hence sub frame connectors the corvette with a full frame does not need these.
Corvette frames c2 corvette frames 1963 1967 c3 corvette frames 1968 1982.
But you need to be able to use it exiting a corner.
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This was an issue that has needed to be addressed for years.
These were installed at several locations in the front of the frame to add rigidity and prevent frame flex.
The reinforcement plate bolted to the hinges.
This gusset was coped to provide clearance for the fuel pump.
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Time to move on to the frame gussets.
Careful inspection and disassembly of each part helps determine what to replace refurbish or reuse.
During the 48 hour corvette build we built a prototype steering box brace as a bolt on reinforcement.
Let s take a look at the preparation that takes place before installing the decalink chassis and then in the next installment we ll highlight the process of putting a great performing suspension in the back of a c2 c3 corvette.
Having high horsepower available at the touch of the throttle pedal is a major rush.
Need help with frame reinforcement.
1972 vintage c3 corvette race car restoration.
Thanks to the guys on the corvette forum for the heads up.
We found a good dent in the right side frame rail that will need to be repaired.
Each gusset was cut from 1 8 thick mild steel and then welded securely in place.
Remember that suspension steering and brake assemblies are put under tremendous stress during spirited driving.
The c3 frame holds all of the working parts that give the c3 strength and performance.
The car when we picked it up february 2013.
As such you need to upgrade the chassis components to make the most of the drivetrain performance.
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