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06-20-2018, 02:01 PM | #1 |
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K-frames on Mopar
Has anyone welded up the seams on the k-frame ( just spot welds now)? Do you think it's necessary?
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06-20-2018, 05:17 PM | #2 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
Weld reinforcement around the LCA shaft boss for sure. Steering box mount needs some help too.
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06-20-2018, 09:40 PM | #3 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
See www.firmfeel.com
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06-20-2018, 11:18 PM | #4 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
Never had a problem with a stock one EXCEPT in early 70's when I acid dipped them (Bad Idea)
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06-21-2018, 05:59 AM | #5 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
Mike, if you put a notch in it for oil pan removal, as per rule book, make sure to off-set it 2" to the right.
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06-21-2018, 06:04 AM | #6 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
It certainly can't hurt. In addition to frame connectors and roll bars/cages, I've heard of cases where people have also welded the body & frame seams on Mopars, all in an effort to minimize any bit of potential flex in the uni-body chassis.
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06-21-2018, 08:01 AM | #7 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
With all the welding that is needed, it would be necessary to tie the "K" member down to steel plate to keep it from looking like a corn chip after welding. To reduce some stress from welding, peen it with a numatic chipping hammer. Let it cool before removing.
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06-21-2018, 09:43 AM | #8 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
Thanks for all the answers, now I have to take the fresh paint off. Wish I'd thought of this before. LOL
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06-21-2018, 12:43 PM | #9 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
While you are at it , weld on some tie down loops .
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06-22-2018, 01:41 PM | #10 |
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Re: K-frames on Mopar
AND While you're at it. When you brace that steering box mount.....don't you DARE cut it off and move it over for more header clearance.
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