Chevelle Frame Rail Narrowing

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Originally Posted by HEEP

Ok, I have searched and read every thread on this subject. However, I could not see where anyone stated just how much was gained. What I am looking for is just how much you can gain from reducing the width of the frame rail itself. This is not narrowing the rails to create a four link drag race type setup. I am looking to add a larger tire in the rear. I'm set on a minimum of a 19" wheel, and my understanding is that I can get a 10" width under the well without any modification.
I have even thought of going full force and ordering these and grafting them in.

http://autoweldchassis.com/spec.ivnu

these are 3" tube that are supposed to fit under a stock body according to the company.

I am at the place where i need to make this decision so I can either move to the next step or stat cutting the frame.
Thanks in advance,
HEEP

Due to the shape of the frame you will run into issues near the front.

this is a better solution.
http://abcperformance.net/mini%20tub%20kit.html

[HEEP]

Vince, I've looked into his kit. He is just now finalizing his build on the 70 models. He has the 66-67 taken care of. I just sent another email to him to see where he stands.
Might have to buy myself a late Christmas present.

I checked out Mr. Mocks Chevelle. That is the ABC kit installed. I'm ready to start cutting , I guess after I brace everything first.

HEEP

[67goatman455]

Originally Posted by Vince@MSperfab

Due to the shape of the frame you will run into issues near the front.

this is a better solution.
http://abcperformance.net/mini%20tub%20kit.html

Thats why i was asking. I found out this kit was available 2 weeks after i just cut it up myself.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Originally Posted by 67goatman455

Thats why i was asking. I found out this kit was available 2 weeks after i just cut it up myself.

Me too, I ended up going the opposite way with it.

[67goatman455]

Originally Posted by Vince@MSperfab

Me too, I ended up going the opposite way with it.

Pictures???

[HEEP]

X2

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I had a few floating around here....well the mock up picture was taken 5 years ago and it sucks. I'll have to make a project thread since we have started working on it again. Just got it back from the media blasters and should have the sheet metal back on it in April. Stretched 1 1/2" using new quarters fitting 315's on 11" wide rims and a 5 1/2" back space.

I figured I would see if it would work since I have to put new quarters on it anyways. Plus narrowing the frame and mini tubs is very time consuming job. Body sits on 1/2" spacers and the front is "Z"ed 1 1/2" up.

[HEEP]

Vince,
Love the stance. That thing is low. What are you running for suspension? Coilovers or Bags?
So my understanding is that you are stetching the wheel openings 1-1/2"?

HEEP