Hey bud. Pickle fork is your go to tool on old ball joints and tie rod ends as mentioned. Honestly, IMO, that small crack is no threat to your safety where it's at so I suggest consult your favorite welding shop to discuss it and see if he can go to your shop and weld it up there under the car. Obviously, the area needs to be cleaned well and the crack vee'd to get good penetration. Paint it up and reassemble. That frame has lasted over 65 years so far and looks to be solid so keep it, weld it, and put er together. JMO
I agree. I am so used to not using a pickle fork because it ruins boots. I honestly forget I have one. As for the frame I think I am going to have it welded up.
Travis... Piece of mind... My opinion frame off welding the crack and see when you have the frame off if there's anymore cracks? Then you can do a nice prep and paint on the entire frame.. and keep all your airbags suspension parts you have...
@@TWAMotorsports got to expect it coming from a 55... Still a beautiful car.. now it's going to look and perform even better when she's 100 % complete.. it'll be a master show piece for sure..
Move the T/A, put in a two post like you wanted, pull the body off and fix/modify/clean the frame, and run with what you have to keep it going forward. Just my opinion.
Add a Borgeson steering box and new tie rods with the RideTech stuff. I agree. Pull the frame and build it off to the side. Good excuse to buy a 2-post lift.
I'd weld it and keep rolling. Roadstershop stuff is insanely nice and well worth it but not really necessary in this case imo. Looking forward to progress on this!
Whatever you decide on the project it will be sweet. Any plans on selling the air ride kit, give me a heads up. I’m going to install the complete same kit on my patina 55. 👍
Man a GOOD welder I am sure can fix that just how it is be as good or better than new. If you was doing twin turbo full drag car beating on it with 1500 horsepower and 4k launches new full frame. Just get it on lift and have welder take a look
REALLY?? That shocks my socks off . I certainly would have thought the 55 would have been wildly popular. But I guess not . Huh . Your NBS ones r super good for sure . I’ve used a lot of your info on my 06 Sierra myself. So I guess keep the truck ones cranking. LOL LOL
Okay, my take and you already pretty much stated in all your replies was that you are gonna pull the frame and repair it. Exactly what I’d do, then strip and paint it. While ya got body off fix or repair any issues with the underbody. Personally, I’d paint underneath as well but that’s my OCD 😉
Since originality is not a concern, get the new frame. That 65 year old frame is tired , it's done it's job of being the backbone of the car. If you're planning to take it to car shows and rarely drive it then then yeah weld it. I gather you are planning to drive it and enjoy trouble free use with the turn of the key. I have used a complete Art Morrison chassis, they are perfectionist. When it's all done you will be happy and so will the 55. You will discover finding that crack right away was in reality a blessing. Good luck.
God, that's alot of options. The full frame would be nice. I have friends. A father, son dual. Built a Monte SS and a El Camino road racers using the Schwartz full frame. They swear by them. But like the sub frame idea. But like you say. It would be nice to keep the original frame and reinforce it. Man, that a lot. Me, I'm in to handling. So it would be the full frame. Plus you get the updated diff. Disc brakes, dual cylinder master. It would ride like a brand new car. But with the looks of a classic. I would think about your long term plans with this. And decide then which way will best get you there.
Man what a bummer. But also to me it doesn’t seem that horrible like as far jus fixing the crack. Where i work we’ve used both Roadster Shop and Scott’s Hot rods front crossmembers and they are great products. Of course alit of our builds are C10s, blazers etc lol. Regardless can’t wait to see what u decide!
Is there any reason you couldn't just pull the front sheet metal and have the crack welded? I'd have the frame repaired, but I don't see why the whole body would need to come off. It seems like a huge amount of work that would delay the project and open countless rabbit holes with 'while you're in there repairs'. I know you are very particular with your cars, and whatever you decide to do will be awesome. I just don't see any reason to make it more complicated than it needs to be.
Variety is good. But imo u can’t go wrong with the 55 videos because everyone loves 55 Chevy’s . I would say that the 55 videos will be your most popular to date . Have a very very good experienced welder weld the crack in the frame and continue on is what I would do . But it’s your choice and money.
Sounds like all of us have already made a decision for you. In the long run, I think you'll be satisfied with a good weld and moving forward with the build....Just saying.....
That crack is disheartening for sure...my modest budget would fix & save for the Roadster Shop piece...sorry for your troubles....I'm sure you'll get it worked out!😎
You are overthinking it . That crack has probably been there for years and never caused a problem . Get medicated for your ocd and fix that frame . It will be fine .
Just weld up what you have, its not only the money you'll be saving but a whole heck of a lot of labor/time on something in the end you won't see. Just my opinion. You'll never know what further expense you will encounter in the "might as well do this" category the deeper you go.
@@TWAMotorsports I like all your videos because you do everything so easyJet to learn I like in puerto Rico but im a Huge fan of your builds algo im learning a los from you
Body off, fix what you have and do some upgrade to the chassis. it will snow ball and be a long time before its done (red Trans Am). Finish the car and enjoy it.
Pull the frame blast it and fix it if you do an aftermarket setup you will never get your money back because you would have to redo the hole car. Just listen to you buddy not your ego.its not a magizine car.
If were in your position repair the crack and keep going no sense in spending the kind of money your talking about when the crack is pretty much hair line. if it had split worse then it would make sense to front clip it of full aftermarket frame swap but IMO thats a ton of time labor and nickle and diming for such a small bump in the road.
Hey bud. Pickle fork is your go to tool on old ball joints and tie rod ends as mentioned. Honestly, IMO, that small crack is no threat to your safety where it's at so I suggest consult your favorite welding shop to discuss it and see if he can go to your shop and weld it up there under the car. Obviously, the area needs to be cleaned well and the crack vee'd to get good penetration. Paint it up and reassemble. That frame has lasted over 65 years so far and looks to be solid so keep it, weld it, and put er together. JMO
I agree. I am so used to not using a pickle fork because it ruins boots. I honestly forget I have one. As for the frame I think I am going to have it welded up.
Travis... Piece of mind... My opinion frame off welding the crack and see when you have the frame off if there's anymore cracks? Then you can do a nice prep and paint on the entire frame.. and keep all your airbags suspension parts you have...
Thanks Keith. That is what I am thinking too
@@TWAMotorsports do it rite the first time frame off.. man if I lived near ya I'd help you out with the frame off... 👍
Thank you. Yeah it will get there but take some time.
@@TWAMotorsports got to expect it coming from a 55... Still a beautiful car.. now it's going to look and perform even better when she's 100 % complete.. it'll be a master show piece for sure..
Thank you Keith
Move the T/A, put in a two post like you wanted, pull the body off and fix/modify/clean the frame, and run with what you have to keep it going forward. Just my opinion.
Not bad advise honestly
Add a Borgeson steering box and new tie rods with the RideTech stuff.
I agree.
Pull the frame and build it off to the side.
Good excuse to buy a 2-post lift.
I think you are right. I definitely need a 2 post lift.
Travis, that's no step for a stepper! A good prep and a good welder is all that's needed to fix the crack. My 2 cents.✌🏻
Thank you. Your probably right
Keep the great work hope you have a great week
Thank you. You too
Projects going from a small puddle to a deep rabbit hole
Absolutely
Since you said the 55 is a keeper, my guess is you will go with a frame!! My first car in high school was 55 2 door hardtop in 1968!!
I'm actually leaning towards fixing what I have
I'd weld it and keep rolling. Roadstershop stuff is insanely nice and well worth it but not really necessary in this case imo. Looking forward to progress on this!
I agree and think that is the way I am going
Whatever you decide on the project it will be sweet. Any plans on selling the air ride kit, give me a heads up. I’m going to install the complete same kit on my patina 55. 👍
Ok. Will do. As of now I am pretty sure I am fixing it.
Man a GOOD welder I am sure can fix that just how it is be as good or better than new. If you was doing twin turbo full drag car beating on it with 1500 horsepower and 4k launches new full frame. Just get it on lift and have welder take a look
That's exactly what I am thinking
REALLY?? That shocks my socks off . I certainly would have thought the 55 would have been wildly popular. But I guess not . Huh . Your NBS ones r super good for sure . I’ve used a lot of your info on my 06 Sierra myself. So I guess keep the truck ones cranking. LOL LOL
Lol. I know. They do terrible
Okay, my take and you already pretty much stated in all your replies was that you are gonna pull the frame and repair it. Exactly what I’d do, then strip and paint it. While ya got body off fix or repair any issues with the underbody. Personally, I’d paint underneath as well but that’s my OCD 😉
Yeah that would be the beat avenue
Since originality is not a concern, get the new frame. That 65 year old frame is tired , it's done it's job of being the backbone of the car. If you're planning to take it to car shows and rarely drive it then then yeah weld it. I gather you are planning to drive it and enjoy trouble free use with the turn of the key. I have used a complete Art Morrison chassis, they are perfectionist. When it's all done you will be happy and so will the 55. You will discover finding that crack right away was in reality a blessing. Good luck.
I am honestly leaning more towards fixing what I have.
@@TWAMotorsports Sounds good. I look forward to watching it progress. It will certainly be nice.
Thank you
God, that's alot of options. The full frame would be nice. I have friends. A father, son dual. Built a Monte SS and a El Camino road racers using the Schwartz full frame. They swear by them. But like the sub frame idea. But like you say. It would be nice to keep the original frame and reinforce it. Man, that a lot. Me, I'm in to handling. So it would be the full frame. Plus you get the updated diff. Disc brakes, dual cylinder master. It would ride like a brand new car. But with the looks of a classic. I would think about your long term plans with this. And decide then which way will best get you there.
Yeah I know. I am leaning towards fixing what I have honestly
RoadsterShop is at least a year or more out.
Check build times before you order.
I did and you are right
Man what a bummer. But also to me it doesn’t seem that horrible like as far jus fixing the crack. Where i work we’ve used both Roadster Shop and Scott’s Hot rods front crossmembers and they are great products. Of course alit of our builds are C10s, blazers etc lol. Regardless can’t wait to see what u decide!
Yeah it is. Think I am going to fix the stock one.
It’s a sign! You should’ve kept the 54 chopped it, channeled it and Bagged it!
Lol. Probably
Is there any reason you couldn't just pull the front sheet metal and have the crack welded? I'd have the frame repaired, but I don't see why the whole body would need to come off. It seems like a huge amount of work that would delay the project and open countless rabbit holes with 'while you're in there repairs'. I know you are very particular with your cars, and whatever you decide to do will be awesome. I just don't see any reason to make it more complicated than it needs to be.
I really want to brace up the frame a little is why. Probably will be removing the front sheet metal
Variety is good. But imo u can’t go wrong with the 55 videos because everyone loves 55 Chevy’s . I would say that the 55 videos will be your most popular to date . Have a very very good experienced welder weld the crack in the frame and continue on is what I would do . But it’s your choice and money.
Actually the 55 does terrible on videos. Lol. Trucks top everything on my channel
Well that sucks. I hope you do get another frame. I know phat phabz in Oklahoma makes custom work too
It does. May fix what I have
@@TWAMotorsports that's good. Hopefully you do get to fix the car they way you want it
Eventually I will
Sounds like all of us have already made a decision for you. In the long run, I think you'll be satisfied with a good weld and moving forward with the build....Just saying.....
Yeah probably right
I’d fix it! And paint the whole floor while you redo the whole frame!
I think i will. Not sure on floor paint though
That crack is disheartening for sure...my modest budget would fix & save for the Roadster Shop piece...sorry for your troubles....I'm sure you'll get it worked out!😎
Yeah I think I am going to fix the crack
You are overthinking it . That crack has probably been there for years and never caused a problem . Get medicated for your ocd and fix that frame . It will be fine .
You are probably right
On behlaf of all of us, Weld it up!
Seems to be the general consensus
BESIDES THE ABSENCE OF POWER STEERING THE TRI XXX 5s front suspension is good. If you want the car to be low low you need a new frame.
That is what I hear. It will get pretty low on air and drop spindles.
Just weld up what you have, its not only the money you'll be saving but a whole heck of a lot of labor/time on something in the end you won't see. Just my opinion. You'll never know what further expense you will encounter in the "might as well do this" category the deeper you go.
I agree and probably the direction I am heading
Just weld it you already got all those parts
Definitely the way I am leaning
Yes fix the old frame.
That is what I am pretty sure I am going to do.
I think you should fix what you have right now in other words keep the original frame that my humble opinion
That's the plan
@@TWAMotorsports I like all your videos because you do everything so easyJet to learn I like in puerto Rico but im a Huge fan of your builds algo im learning a los from you
Thank you. I appreciate that
Body off, fix what you have and do some upgrade to the chassis. it will snow ball and be a long time before its done (red Trans Am). Finish the car and enjoy it.
I agree. That is what I am leaning towards
You need a pickle fork for your air hammer.
I have one. Should have used it
That's a bad deal. I hate it's an unplanned major expense.
Yeah it definitely sucks
Maybe it is the time for you to learn how to weld.
That is for sure
Pull the frame blast it and fix it if you do an aftermarket setup you will never get your money back because you would have to redo the hole car. Just listen to you buddy not your ego.its not a magizine car.
Probably what I will do honestly
Fix what ya got!
I think that is the plan
That car needs a front clip/k-member.
Lean towards fixing what I have.
If were in your position repair the crack and keep going no sense in spending the kind of money your talking about when the crack is pretty much hair line. if it had split worse then it would make sense to front clip it of full aftermarket frame swap but IMO thats a ton of time labor and nickle and diming for such a small bump in the road.
I agree and frames are like a year out.
Weld it up
That's the plan I think
Simple, Sell me your green truck then go buy a cool aftermarket frame with rack and pinion steering. We know how much you hate steering boxes.😁
True. Make an offer
@@TWAMotorsports would you take $14k
Nope
Fix what you got, clean it up, and don’t sell anything you don’t want to.
Probably the way I am going
Fix what you got
Already started
Just weld the crack. It’s really not a big deal. Making it sound like your dog just died.
Yep. Should have been more excited. Lol
WTF did I just watch 😤