I'm not really sure how much sense it make to make your own suspension components like the rear axle brackets and front lower control arm. We have spent a lot of time making jigs and fixtures to build these parts in a way to maintain the original intent of the design. I could see using the upper A arm and spindles and hubs, and ordering a rear axle housing to a width to fit axles you might even have. But building lower arms and rear suspension brackets for the little bit more they cost just does not make sense for the little bit of money you might save.

There is a really nice 20,000 sq ft shop down the street Eric and I have been drooling over for a few months.

We plan to work into some custom chassis stuff like some of the crazy things we have done to make them where we can mass produce something similar.

Looks like our Impala chassis may begin next week with the build of a 62 bubbletop.

Yeah -- ask me about the Ford 9" I just trashed out of the '32 Roadster because some moron warped the housing when they welded on the brackets.... Many people THINK they're great car constructors --- because they own a MIG welder! I'm not saying that is 509's 'case' -- I'm just pointing out that sometimes it "pays" to let a pro do certain parts of the build... and it turns out far less expensive. :cheers:

I can not wait to see that chassis on the 62 as well as the build!!!! :yes:

ditto!

Rodger.... Looks great man. I already have ideas for my next Chevelle build with this chassis. Awesome stuff man.

That is one hell of deal for the price. I'm pretty sure I have double that into mine, and at least that 3/4 of that into the first one that was scrapped.

Do it once, do it right; do what works, use Ironworks!

Tyler

Seems like some good questions that have not been answered. I am in the process of looking for a frame/chassis for my Chevelle and I had a lot of the same questions. I’ve been looking at a few other company’s chassis or possibly going to build my original frame up. I don’t think I will be able to get the performance I want staying with the original frame. Can you answer those questions?

Uhhmm that was a joke (ie..JK).........except for the saw horses.........or maybe the Bakersfield jab.........but the rest was definitely a joke.

true, but i didnt see any info about testing either. my thought was that there actually isnt a part yet so thats impossible. but i expect to see some good numbers.