Thread: 32 chev 5 window s10 blaser frame

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It seems this old 32 chevy has found a new home. Its seriously butchered by its previous owners. however salvagable as the body itself hasnt been cut The question i have is with it sitting on a S10 blazer frame.(previous owners thing) the parallel leaf springs stick about a foot out behind the body. I was wondering what all your thoughts might be on changing this and to what. Funds are limited as always but used stuff i can usually find and fabrication skill are good. i was thinking maybe an independant rear or ? Being a chevy ill run a very strong small block which i have already and id like the car to be respectable cause i will drive it. Any help appreciated
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Scott

Scott, Pictures would help. Hard to visualize how it looks just from the discription. Thanks,

not sure how to get them on here

When you post a reply, do not hit the first "submit" window. Scroll on down until you see "manage attachements", click on that and it'll open a small window where you can browse your pictures on your computer. When you find the one you want, click on "upload" and wait a couple seconds. Then go down to the second "submit" below that and click and you picture will up load.

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Really.,Jack. I never have, but maybe I'm just to old and getting lucky.

You know, i've never tried to contact anyone with the IM listed by their name, but oldrusty did to me and it worked. We're chatting and entering on the thread at the same time.

here it is

That frame has got to go!!! I don't see anyway it's ever going to look or work right under the car.... If you can't find an original type frame to work with, somebody on here has got to have pics or information as to what they look like. Most everyone works within a budget, but there is no budget that would justify a setup like that!!! If you don't have the money to do it right, then keep working on it until you do. There is no time limit on how long it takes to put a Hot Rod together.....

Yes, Dave your right. If DennyW were here he'd probably have the dimensions up on the screen as we speak.

I've got them for the Ford's, I'm sure they're around for the chebbies, too.

Originally Posted by Dave Severson

I've got them for the Ford's, I'm sure they're around for the chebbies, too.

I IM ed Scott links to Brian Rupnows "how to build a hot rod frame" and to Don "Itoldyous's" Project $3000 so he could get an idea about building a frame.

Duane, the method Jack is referencing is if you use the "Quick Reply" box at the bottom of the page rather than the "Post Reply" radio button that you're probably more accustomed to. Also, the "Go Advanced" radio button is used in edit mode to access additional features such as posting pictures.

I can't believe the PO did that. What was he thinking. The S-10 frame is a front steer, the steering box is ahead of the axle. He cut the frame behind the steering box. The axle is a set back type. The front wheels are still set back to far. And that butcher job on the back end...What was he thinking!!!

Anyways, you got a good body to start with. A good frame shouldn't be that hard to come by. If you have the tools and skills, you can make one. For a front axle, I think Fatman puts out a combination straight/IFS for the early 30's frames for under $600. Like I said, you got a good start. You'll just have to do something about those...er...blemishes.

Originally Posted by lakota

I can't believe the PO did that. What was he thinking. The S-10 frame is a front steer, the steering box is ahead of the axle. He cut the frame behind the steering box. The axle is a set back type. The front wheels are still set back to far. And that butcher job on the back end...What was he thinking!!!

Anyways, you got a good body to start with. A good frame shouldn't be that hard to come by. If you have the tools and skills, you can make one. For a front axle, I think Fatman puts out a combination straight/IFS for the early 30's frames for under $600. Like I said, you got a good start. You'll just have to do something about those...er...blemishes.

Im really not sure what the PO was thinking and it doesnt really matter lol . Frame has been cut it the front but the steering box is still there intact. im not sure of what the wheel base was originally for a 32 but yes the front wheels are too far back i figured i could fix that by moving the rear axle half a foot or so backwards. The engine will fit nicely in behind and below the S10 engine cradle crossmember. Mentioned earlier post of a taurus rear scratch that was thinking of the thunderbird independant rear. also thinking a early 70s style chev truck trailing arm might work too. Or maybe some ladderbars from the stock front spring mounts. As i said would like to concentrate on the body with the time that i have so a simple chassis setup would be good. Maybe i should put it away till funds and time permits. Still cant help but think about it. But then thats part of the process. thanks for your thoughts and help