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hey,
any input on a good set of frame plans. I am building a 50 buick lowrider. I want it airbagged, and set up for a small block, auto tranny, tubbed rear. Any advice on who would be a good bet for plans, or a frame builder capable of this type of build. Plans for a merc of that era would be good as well.

Set the Buick up on a few metal sawhorses and drop the frame out from under the body, then you can front clip it, rear clip it, do whatever you want with it. Keep track of the wheelbase and keep it the same as stock, then just hoist the frame back into place and bolt it up. Any part of the sheetmetal that gets in the way when going back in with the frame can be hacked out and sealed with new panels. I know I make it sound too easy, but that's how I'd do it.

As techinspector1 said thats just how I've been doing them for over 25 years.
If you look at my gallery you'll see my 53 ford being done that way.

hey guys thanks. I am not planning on using any of the original frame though, I want to build or have built a new frame using all new suspension (baggs) etc. any help on who to see that has done 50's era lead sleds?

i might know a guy in your area his name is bill and he is in the malone,wi area you might give him a call tell him i sent you. he does very nice work.
his # is 920-378-0497 tell him craig from eyepoppin customs in south bend,in gave you his # hope that helps.

I build a Merc frame, about the same size. got som pics in my Gallery.

thanks to all of you for your input, eyepoppin' thanks, I will give him a shout.