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  1. 03-14-2004 05:03 PM #1
    bonnie and clyd
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    I am looking for information on which frames will interchange with a 1936 chevy sedan that i just purchased , if any one can help i would really appreciate it, I am looking for 1970's or later
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  3. 03-14-2004 09:36 PM #2
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    By interchange, if you mean easy replacement, forget it. Why not reinforce, plate, and update the suspension and brakes on the original frame??? Lots of good parts and info available.
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    Take a look at 90 or newer S-10 Chevy. or GMC. I think with a little work it could be made to work. Thats what Downs uses under some of their cars. It doesn't cost to look.
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    If you have the original frame it is more acceptable to use it & change the suspension.
    Frame swaps are more difficult to pull off. If you are trying to save money you wil not because the finished car will probably be worth less & you will have to have more skill & time to do it.

    You can weld in a junk yard Must II & use modern leaf springs for the rear(Crysler products stayed w/leafs the longest) .....look at the Crysler 5th ave, Dodge diplomat.
    If you do not have the original frame there are some frames that can be modified & I have done this but , i would not do it if I had the origial frame.
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