C1 Frame Inspection

[Rodney R.]

Can anyone recommend a frame inspection / repair / replacement shop in the Michigan area. I have a 1960 frame which has been a good home for many generations of mice. The areas from the front leaf spring brackets to the rear of the frame sound? (are) weak. Bubba had patched both areas in the 70's (top, bottom and sides) and had removed the original strut rod brackets and welded in 4" channel. I would like to keep to an original frame, but is it possible to patch / section and retain original appearance and re-gain the required structural strength, as well as pass judging. If anyone can share their experience I'd appreciate it very much. This seems to be a major decision point at the start of my restoration project......driver only or pursue originality.

P.S. Are reproduction frames just functional replacements or is there someone making an original that would pass judging?

As always thanks in advance for your help.

[John H.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

Rod -

Vette Products of Michigan, in Lake Orion, has the original GM tooling for C1/2/3 Corvette frames, and they manufacture both the repair sections and most of the complete frames the vendors sell.

Caledonia Classic Cars in Belding, Michigan, (616) 794-5026, is a very well-known Corvette frame restorer/repairer/manufacturer for shop work.

[John H.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

Rod -

Vette Products of Michigan, in Lake Orion, has the original GM tooling for C1/2/3 Corvette frames, and they manufacture both the repair sections and most of the complete frames the vendors sell.

Caledonia Classic Cars in Belding, Michigan, (616) 794-5026, is a very well-known Corvette frame restorer/repairer/manufacturer for shop work.

[Rodney R.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

I have talked with Gary at Caledonia Classic and they only offer frames and repairs for 1963 and up. Vette products makes the pieces but do you know of anyone who can install new side rails as an example.

[Rodney R.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

I have talked with Gary at Caledonia Classic and they only offer frames and repairs for 1963 and up. Vette products makes the pieces but do you know of anyone who can install new side rails as an example.

[Rodney R.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

I have talked with Gary at Caledonia Classic and they only offer frames and repairs for 1963 and up. Vette products makes the pieces but do you know of anyone who can install new side rails as an example.

[Rodney R.]

Re: C1 Frame Inspection

I have talked with Gary at Caledonia Classic and they only offer frames and repairs for 1963 and up. Vette products makes the pieces but do you know of anyone who can install new side rails as an example.