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Old 01-04-2011, 12:51 PM
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If the topic comes to my Impala and the subframe under it (which I would like to replace since I go with an 572 in my convertible 68 Imp)., people border me with that bloody subframe-connectors.

But I have a full length frame in the Impala and have to replace the entire frame.
Every company I brows for subframes also only got that front frames, back-halfs or connectors.

Are there any alternatives to Art Morrisons frames or is he the only one producing such full-legth frames?
Might check with these guys: http://www.streetrodgarage.com
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Old 01-04-2011, 02:01 PM
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The Roadster Shop and Schwartz are definitely to expensive.

Just about to check the Streetrod Garage.

Never thought that Art Morisson is one of the cheapest.
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http://www.eckertsrodandcustom.com/chassis.php
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It will probably have to be custom built, but there is nothing wrong with buying a front clip, back clip, and tying them together with straight tubes.

Any local welding shop with a jig table should be able to do that for you...

Have a look at these: http://www.cachassisworks.com/c-240-...nd-frames.aspx
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I agree that in the long run a custom built chassis will serve you well.

IMO these guys would be your best bet for what you're looking for:

http://www.ironworksspeedandkustom.com

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Old 01-05-2011, 12:23 PM
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It will probably have to be custom built, but there is nothing wrong with buying a front clip, back clip, and tying them together with straight tubes.

Any local welding shop with a jig table should be able to do that for you...
Yep, and if you like AME then you could go with their Sport GT front and rear clips and tie them together, don't have to fabricate a full floor.

Pages 13 and 14 in their 2010 catalog:
http://artmorrison.com/2006cat/2010c...wnload+Catalog



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The Roadster Shop and Schwartz are definitely to expensive.

Just about to check the Streetrod Garage.

Never thought that Art Morisson is one of the cheapest.
You must remember that a custom frame isn't cheap in no shape, form or fashion. A custom frame is a luxury to an already priviledged few who builds these cars.


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Might check with these guys: http://www.streetrodgarage.com
Street Rod Garage is building mine for my 72 Chevelle. Price is really affordable, but not cheap. I went with these guys because they sat down and talked to me and explained alot of things to me. Also, they once had to call me back...and actually did call me back. That's really unusual for many companies today. If and when you call them, ask for Chris.
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Bang for the buck, its hard to beat an A/M chassis. Here's the one Ive been working on.
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I think what sets us apart is we can make a frame for you with 30 (yes, thirty) different suspension combinations. Five choices for the front, six for the rear. We'll have you covered.

Also, we know what it takes to make the combination work. Something that has a wonderful balance of drivability and performance - that's something that's not easy to do. AME is also getting close it it's 40-year anniversary. That's speaks volumes, in my opinion.
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I think what sets us apart is we can make a frame for you with 30 (yes, thirty) different suspension combinations. Five choices for the front, six for the rear. We'll have you covered.

Also, we know what it takes to make the combination work. Something that has a wonderful balance of drivability and performance - that's something that's not easy to do. AME is also getting close it it's 40-year anniversary. That's speaks volumes, in my opinion.
I'd also like to add...(Matt's gonna kill me)

In all seriousness, after buying an AME product, Matt always takes my calls and helps me get my car done right, according to my goals and backed by solid suspension theory/real world experience (and not always limited to suspension questions!). That stuff is priceless to me. I have been extremely impressed with the customer friendly attitude of this company from Art on down and would buy from them again in a heartbeat.
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