Frames-How much and what fits?

[Velocity2]

ok- My frame isnt in the best of shape i realized that when i hit it with a hammer and the hammer went all the way through the other side. So now im going to re-vin a frame(take old VIN off and put it on the other frame) I need a frame with little or no rust. How much would this cost roughly? Also what years fit 78 frame year componets? it will have the 2F and the 4sp in it....any other advice i may not know about please share. This frame will get hot dipped then powdercoated...

 

[woody]

any frame from about 1966? until 1978 will work...1979-newer will not

BTW: changing VIN's isn't legal, might wanna keep those plans hush hush....tho you CAN do it legally thru your local DMV, which I'm sure was your plan

 

[Velocity2]

any frame from about 1966? until 1978 will work...1979-newer will not

BTW: changing VIN's isn't legal, might wanna keep those plans hush hush....tho you CAN do it legally thru your local DMV, which I'm sure was your plan

of course woody! Why would you question it? lol i want this project to be perfect and will do anything to make sure it gets together just so-so!

 

[beanz2]

If Velocity2 switches the frame and goes through the 100% OH-government approved route of changing the registration to the new frame VIN, does that entail switching the VIN plate of the body tub? Is that in itself OK to do?

What about switching body tubs? Does the old VIN plate have to be transferred?

Dave

 

[rockcod]

I have a roller with vin for $500.00.

I am in So. Cal.

Tony

 

[woody]

I believe you'll get paperwork from the DMV which states the difference in frame and body tags, and that paperwork must remain with the registration/title information.

VIN tags are installed on the body with a special-shaped rivit, and any officer who knows his stuff would know the difference. IIRC, the pin is star shaped er sumthin....not an off-the-shelf item.

Every state has their own procedure tho, for legality it's best to get the inspection crew involved up front.

 

[Velocity2]

I have a roller with vin for $500.00.

I am in So. Cal.

Tony

what do you mean by roller and pics and year and any idea of transport......

 

[Bennett]

I know of a brand new frame NOS with no vin for $500

PM me if you want details and pic.. not mine, just saw it for sale.

 

[dd113]

'69 40 Series frame for free. You gotta figure out shipping and bulild me another rack to hang all my shop crap on.

 

[rockcod]

It is a '71 frame, is has leaf springs, axles, thus, a "rolling frame". I have the vin tags to match frame numbers. If you email me at iamfish@att.net I can send you photos, as I am not too computer savvy, to figure out how to resize my photos.

 

[Velocity2]

I know of a brand new frame NOS with no vin for $500

PM me if you want details and pic.. not mine, just saw it for sale.

location of the frame?that will be a BIG factor

david i might take you up on that.....thanks for the deal! I will be coming through atlanta this spring with my family for vacation so i will see if they dont mind making a little swerve off the path....... besides i get to see the trash hauler mower......badass

 

[Velocity2]

hey david would a frame of 2x4's with 2x4's with hooks running horizontal across be enough for you?

 

[66fj40x2]

The early frames, '68 and older are about 1/2 inch shorter on the front frame rails, don't know why. Both my 66's are that way but I've still installed Saginaw PS and winches without any problems.

 

[tobydog]

There is a company called Matkins that builds new frames. Cost some bucks but if you are going to keep it forever maybe not a bad deal. Just a thought.

 

[rockcod]

I am in So. Cal. LA area. A bit far from Cincy!!

 

[Cryptic]

If you get an early frame from a three speed tranny truck the center cross member will be different and will need to be modified/removed, otherwise you wont be able to remove the parking brake drum in the truck. Also the steering center arm and front cross member are different (not sure what year that changed). And the rear of the frame is made for the small round taillights. So it may be easiest to get a newer frame from a four speed truck.

 

[zetasig]

Free in Columbus, 1968 FJ 40 frame, Complete with rear axle, springs steelies, hubcaps and pizza cutters.

One spot needs to be patched, or boxed, but its freeeeeee.

I swapped a 4 speed and 2 f from a 1975 40, into a 1970 frame. NO issues with clearance and cross member. No issues with anything. Direct swap. Pick this fawker up and you can see the swap for yo self.