Questions tagged [frame]
A load bearing structure of a vehicle.
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Why can some hatchbacks take a 2" hitch while others cannot?
When I shop for a 2" hitch to add to a particular hatchback, I find that some models will take a 2" hitch, while others will only take a 1.25" hitch.
Why is that? Is this, for example, ...
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2022 Ford Maverick XL Rear end damage
The bar protruding towards the tire - What sort of repair would I need?
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How do zerk fittings work?
I recently purchased an ATV with a blown engine that I'm converting to electric. The frame has zerk fittings which were encrusted with old grease. They cleaned up fairly well but now I'm conflicted. ...
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Is it worth undercoating an already rusted frame?
I live in a place where the roads are salted and it leads to a lot of undercarriage corrosion. I typically get my vehicle undercoated every year (which costs about $150 where I am).
Even though I have ...
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Will a 63 silverado cab work on a c10 frame?
Working on a 63 build I have a custom frame that has 63 c10 mounts but I've found what the vin identifies as a 63 chevy silverado and I'm wondering if the cab will use the same body mounts as the c10? ...
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1960s Race Car Rear Suspension Question [closed]
As you can see in the pictures below they dont have a double wishbone setup but instead they have this weird setup. Why did they use something like this instead of double wishbones back then and why ...
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Help! Should I be concerned about this rust on my wagon?
2005 Saab 9-5. Looking underneath the passenger side, is this the subframe I'm looking at?
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RpmbwwUWoQlVzvFV7pjfsTGADQ-kJKLq?usp=sharing
New subframe doesn't ...
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What is this frame(?) piece and/or where could I find out?
1994 Ford F-150...4x4...5.8L...Automatic
This is looking straight back from just under the front bumper on the driver's side. The coiled tube on the left side of the picture is housed/inset into a ...
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Unibody off-road vehicle with differential locks and reduction [closed]
I want to create a list of current off-road vehicles (say in production during last 10 years) that have unibody construction (as opposed to body on-frame) but still have most off-road features like ...
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How do I install motorbike frame and swingarm protectors?
I am considering the purchase of frame and swingarm protectors for my track bike. Just to give you an idea, below are sample pictures of frame (left) and swingarm (right) protectors taken at random ...
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How much shock mount reinforcement is required to support a coilover on a car with separate springs and dampers?
There are no off-the-shelf coilover options for the rear of my project car (solid rear axle, separate springs and dampers), and I've seen warnings from various car-related forums about attaching a ...
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2011 Jeep Patriot broken bolt in engine cradle / cross member
So, I've been noticing some sounds when the vehicle is moving, especially starting/stopping/turning, and recently had all the struts replaced, but the noise persisted. Then I noticed that there is a ...
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Can this piece of metal be straighten after an accident...?
I was involvedin a front collision accident and my left side had some damage(headlights, hood, brackets etc..) Car drove fine and alignment was correct and no mechanical problems.
The biggest worry ...
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Front end collision has there been frame damage and identifying parts needed?
I was in an accident and had front end damage. I'm trying to find the part name for the black plastic piece under the headlight?
Also, I don't know if this piece that is bent is attached to the ...
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Can I have bodyshop made the frame symmetrical without putting parts on?
I have a small crash and front bumper, hood was damage. The frame inside is also bent. My budget is tight so I can't fix everything at once. Is it possible to ask body shop pull out the frame to its ...
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Getting Wiring Harness through Radiator Support?
I'm currently in the process of doing my best to overhaul an 88 Chevy Silverado Pickup 2500 V8 5.7L. I do not know much about cars, but am learning.
Anyway, long story short, the engine hoist I have (...
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Is there a way to section a frame without fish plating?
When building a frame is there a way to join the sections together without having to fish plate?
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Does Tig welding a frame add more strength where fish plating isn't required?
Usually when someone builds a custom frame they are typically Mig welded and fish plated but if a frame is Tig welded does that generate better penetration when welding pieces together so you don't ...
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What is fish plating a frame?
When building a frame I've heard people refer to adding a fish plate. What does fish plating a frame do and what exactly is it?
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Will a ground to the frame work properly if the bolt is powder-coated?
Would there be any electrical issues if a grounding point had a bolt welded and powder-coated or is it better to drill a hole, weld a nut to the frame and then powder-coated?
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Is there a suggested wall thickness for steel tubing when building frames?
Looking into building a frame for a hotrod I've seen different sizes used for different size vehicles such as 2" x 2" or 2" x 3" box tubing and circular steel tubing but I am unsure if a .188 wall is ...
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What is a "Z" frame?
In the hotrodding world there is a common term I hear called "Z" frame.
What does it mean?
How do you carry out this modification?
Is doing so restricted to certain vehicles?
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Who gets title if you sell a frame and an engine separately
I have a POS (Piece of S**t) salvage motorcycle I purchased cheap for a purpose which has now passed. I'm ready to get rid of it and there's a guy down the street that mentioned possibly wanting to ...
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How extend a drilled hole
How do I extend/make a hole oval? It is in a rectangular beam (6 cm) and needs to be extended 5mm in one direction.
When mounting a tow bar, I discovered that some holes in the tow bar are not ...
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Unibody Frame - Straightening Procedure and Limitations
When a uni-body frame is bent or distorted there is a limitation to how much damage can be repaired and have the frame retain at least some of it's initial integrity.
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Camry 2009 sedan , Cross membrane frame bend at center?
I want to purchase an old camry model 2009.
I took it to mechanic for checking purposes. we found front cross membrane frame (downside of engine body)is found to be bend due to some hitting of car ...
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Can I install a plow on my stock Silverado?
I've got a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 4x4, and I'd like to install a plow. I want to avoid damaging the truck, as it's also my primary means of transportation.
Do I have to do anything to stiffen ...
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Turning back rust on frame welds on a FJ Cruiser
I recently purchased a 2007 FJ cruiser up here in the north where we use lots of salt. The only issue I noticed with this vehicle (and about half of the FJs I looked at) was rust developing along the ...
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What type of weld process should I use to weld onto a van's frame?
I'm currently in the planning phases for a project to turn a 1990 Econoline Van into a moving sculpture. Part of the plan involves welding onto the frame of the vehicle (after removing most of the ...
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Proper Jack Location
In general, where is the best place to put a jack to prevent damage when lifting?
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