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Topic: New Here and Frame Question
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lonewolf
Gearhead Posts: 262
From: Colorado
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted 08-13-2003 12:21 AM
   
Hi All,I am fairly new here even though I have been lurking and reading for quite some time. I find this an incredible forum. However, this is my first post. I am in the middle of building a resto-mod starting with a 1968 Coupe. During the teardown stages, I have found some fairly extensive structural damage (covered by crappy body work) that results in both rear frame rails needing replacement as well as the passenger rocker. While I feel I can handle the fitting/welding aspect of the project, I am lacking in the proper jig/rack to ensure everything is square to the world and well supported. I have seen parts of a couple of racks in pictures throughout the net, but nothing that gives me enough idea on how to build one (if the price is right, I would buy one too). Does anyone have any ideas on construction of a rack/jig to support the car for this kind of reconstruction? The crash shops I have spoke with don't seem all that keen on taking on this kind of project.  Thanks in advance, Lonewolf
68 Coupe in Pieces
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Ryan Wilke
Gearhead Posts: 2058
From: Stanton, Michigan 49707
Registered: Oct 2000
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posted 08-13-2003 08:42 AM
WELCOME TO M&M, LONEWOLF!!  Sounds like quite a project you've got started! I can't help ya with setting up a frame jig, but I'm sure the other folks here "that rub on bodies" for a living will be able to assist you in your quest! Good Luck!
Ryan  ------------------
The '3-Pedal Attitude' Kid
In a '69 FB w/ 4-spd'd 306",
but the 460+ is on the stand!
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adragon8u
Gearhead Posts: 4857
From: Oceano, Ca. member# 2895
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 08-13-2003 11:08 AM
Welcome to M&M Lonewolf. You'll find some of the best people right here.------------------
66 coupe
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"someone who knows how will always have a job working for someone who knows why"
http://webpages.charter.net/adragon8u/mystang
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N266fords
Gearhead Posts: 1380
From: Spokane ,WA USA
Registered: Apr 2003
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posted 08-13-2003 01:10 PM
welcome to m&m And everyone hear is one big family..God I love this site..Bruce P.S. sorry i cant help you out on your question as I dont know but someone will be along soon I am sure..
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 42859
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-13-2003 06:45 PM
Welcome!I don't know of any such jigs. You just take careful measurements, compare with the Ford shop manual, and change one panel at a time wherever possible. ------------------
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 22182
From: Buckroe Beach Va MCA#39406 M&M #12 Member Mustang Club of Tidewater
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-13-2003 08:08 PM
Welcome to M&M and thanks for coming out of the Shadows I with Steve on this,but here's a link to the Mustang Club of America CO. Clubs,I don't know the distance these Clubs maybe from you but hope it helps. sam
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lonewolf
Gearhead Posts: 262
From: Colorado
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted 08-14-2003 12:07 AM
Thanks for the warm welcome!I have done a fair amount of body work and panel replacement before, just never had the need to dig into the structure itself. Steve...I will try to dig up a couple of links and send them to you. Pretty interesting creature. Are you referring to the Ford Shop Manual? I have the Body, Weld and Sealant, and Chassis Assembly Manuals for 1968, but not the shop manual. If that is the one, I will get a hold of NPD and order it up. Sam... I will check into the local clubs. That is a good idea. Thanks. Thanks again ------------------
Lonewolf
1968 Coupe in Pieces
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 42859
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-14-2003 06:29 PM
Yes, in the back of the Ford Chassis shop manual there are diagrams of each body type with coordinates to measure by.------------------
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 22182
From: Buckroe Beach Va MCA#39406 M&M #12 Member Mustang Club of Tidewater
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-14-2003 08:40 PM
Your most Welcome,also think about joining Mustang Club of Americasam
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