Front Brace

[Shovelrick]

when I need to close off an end like that and If room permits, I like to weld a nut on the end. That way I can close it off with a bolt. Also keeps the pipe from being completely closed and building pressure while welding or powder coating. Or you can weld shut but drill a really small hole somewhere else in the pipe

But sounds like a great idea, thx

 

[Shovelrick]

Got the CM drilled and tapped, used a ratcheting gear wrench on the tap and plenty Tap Majic

 

[Nashville Cat]

This brace connects the center of the frame to the end of the radiator support arms ?
How does this help the suspension ?

 

[cage2592]

Man that looks so cool.

 

[Shovelrick]

This brace connects the center of the frame to the end of the radiator support arms ?
How does this help the suspension ?

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It's meant to stiffen the front frame rails, mostly from steering box flex and I'm thinking anything to stiffen the frames on these old cars is a positive

 

[Shovelrick]

Man that looks so cool.

It'll look better after powder coat

 

[Shovelrick]

Dropped it off at a powder coat shop, $90-$100 first shop I called wanted $250 both asked for pics via text and dimensions, I was thinking about $100 so I’m good

 

[Shovelrick]

Got it bolted in today, easier for me to drop bolt down, thinking of using an electrical KO seal painted black to cap pipe ends

 

[cage2592]

Can you tell a difference in the drive or ride?

 

[Shovelrick]

Can you tell a difference in the drive or ride?

I haven’t had a chance to drive it but hope to early next week

 

[JohnC]

Looks good!!