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02-16-2009 #1
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Chassis works subframe
Guys i have a chassis works 68 camaro subframe, it is one of the older ones that does not have a small modification for the tranny cross member. does anyone know if a tko will fit into this older subframe? i have emailed and pm chassisworks but have not gotten an answer. i want to get my frame powdercoated but i want to see if i need to alter the frame first. thanks
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02-16-2009 #2
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Not without moving the crossmember. you need to mock it up out of the car and make the adjustment.
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thank you Frank, so i should hold off on the powder coating right?
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Unless if you want to take care of it after it's coated.
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I guess that is my question will it ruin the finish if i have to drill new holes or something. i guess i just do not know how much work is involved in modifying it? sorry if this is a stupid question, this is my first build thanks guys Originally Posted by silver69camaro
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There are no stupid ?s Originally Posted by paulk68
Just mock it up like Frank said an you should be able to see what you need.
Its always a good idea to do all the fab stuff before you paint or power coat.
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Your probably going to be moving the crossmember a few inches.
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Since I don't know what motor you’re running I can only assume it's an LS style engine and so now the older Sub-frame with the single location transmission x-member tab is an issue.
You can order the newer multiple location Trans x-member tabs, Chassisworks (#230214), lay it on the old tab and mark the location and weld on the new tabs.
Use this tab with the Chassisworks billet aluminum LS motor mounts (6007-X) and the only thing left to work out is which Chassisworks transmission cross member you need, based on which Tremec you’re using, and it is a bolt-in deal. Call Mike Weddle at Chassisworks extension #221 and he can help with the cross member application.
This set up requires no modification to either firewall or transmission tunnel.
Nick Spinelli
Chris Alston’s Chassisworks, Inc.
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