1965 c10 - frame help please - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rusty matheny · 02-01-2016, 12:17 PM

Building a 1965 c10 short bed.
Frame seems to be out of square 1/2 inch. Local frame shop says this isn't an issue on these trucks but, I am concerned .

Fairly decent hp and torque going back in ( 420 hp/torqe ) , tremec 5sd, lowered ( not bagged ) , sway bars etc.
Concerns are not as much about lining up body panels as fit and finish can be adjusted for, my concern is it pulling straight and steering correctly- really need advice from someone well experienced with these frames, proper checking, tolerances and where to look for/find issue.

Can not locate single area where frame is out, ALL cross measurements are pretty close to 1/2 inch out over every section of frame ( three x measurement areas) - it almost seems as if frame was "out" from factory.
Cannot find any apparent bends or creases in C channels.
Im just stuck , no frame shops in my area want to deal with bare frame and all seem to think 1/2 out on square with 50 year old truck is ok.
Please advise/help/direct.

Thanks ahead of time.

jtrichard · 02-01-2016, 02:38 PM

Common on ladder frames ...Frame is bare now? if so put a chain and binder diagonally from two good strong points and pull it back to square...... You may need to loosen the front cross member bolts

rusty matheny · 02-01-2016, 03:06 PM

Have K- member out.
Just a bare frame.
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jtrichard · 02-01-2016, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty matheny

Have K- member out.
Just a bare frame.
Posted via Mobile Device

You can probably pull it square with a come-along then ...There is NO X-bracing on these frames and just a light hit on a frame rail will do just what you have

**PGSigns** · 02-01-2016, 03:19 PM

They can be off some from the day they were made. It is more important to see how square the suspension is when you get it in.
Jimmy

**PGSigns** · 02-01-2016, 03:24 PM

If you go to the FAQ section at the top of this forum you can get lots of info. This thread may give you some insight. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325736
Jimmy

Sik5chevy · 02-01-2016, 04:53 PM

Not uncommon, i have seen guys do it thereselves and i have done myself once. there are several body shops with a frame table in houston that will straighten it. Just make sure you use a reputable shop if you go that route.

02-01-2016, 12:17 PM	#1
rusty matheny Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: troup, texas Posts: 8	1965 c10 - frame help please Building a 1965 c10 short bed. Frame seems to be out of square 1/2 inch. Local frame shop says this isn't an issue on these trucks but, I am concerned . Fairly decent hp and torque going back in ( 420 hp/torqe ) , tremec 5sd, lowered ( not bagged ) , sway bars etc. Concerns are not as much about lining up body panels as fit and finish can be adjusted for, my concern is it pulling straight and steering correctly- really need advice from someone well experienced with these frames, proper checking, tolerances and where to look for/find issue. Can not locate single area where frame is out, ALL cross measurements are pretty close to 1/2 inch out over every section of frame ( three x measurement areas) - it almost seems as if frame was "out" from factory. Cannot find any apparent bends or creases in C channels. Im just stuck , no frame shops in my area want to deal with bare frame and all seem to think 1/2 out on square with 50 year old truck is ok. Please advise/help/direct. Thanks ahead of time.

02-01-2016, 02:38 PM	#2
jtrichard Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: joshua tree ca. Posts: 1,484	Re: 1965 c10 - frame help please Common on ladder frames ...Frame is bare now? if so put a chain and binder diagonally from two good strong points and pull it back to square...... You may need to loosen the front cross member bolts Last edited by jtrichard; 02-01-2016 at 02:47 PM.

02-01-2016, 03:06 PM	#3
rusty matheny Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: troup, texas Posts: 8	Re: 1965 c10 - frame help please Have K- member out. Just a bare frame. Posted via Mobile Device

02-01-2016, 03:19 PM	#5
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: 1965 c10 - frame help please They can be off some from the day they were made. It is more important to see how square the suspension is when you get it in. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

02-01-2016, 03:24 PM	#6
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: 1965 c10 - frame help please If you go to the FAQ section at the top of this forum you can get lots of info. This thread may give you some insight. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325736 Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

02-01-2016, 04:53 PM	#7
Sik5chevy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 115	Re: 1965 c10 - frame help please Not uncommon, i have seen guys do it thereselves and i have done myself once. there are several body shops with a frame table in houston that will straighten it. Just make sure you use a reputable shop if you go that route.



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