[xkeots]

I am looking at my 67 Pontiac convertible GTO frame and it is repairable with a lot of work but the work will be cheaper than buying a replacement frame.
If I have the bad sections of my frame cut out and new steel welded in, is that safe?
On the outside rail under the door is 1/8 inch thick enough?
If I decide to buy a solid frame from another 67 that just needs blasting and paint, is there a going rate for one so I know what to pay? (without shipping)
I hear of all different prices put there is a shipping price involved.
If I find it local what should I look at (price wise)?

Thanks
Jack

PS: I have asked similar question in past but my mom has taken real ill and all my work stopped with body 2 bolts from coming off frame.
So I now have bills that I didn't before and my head is UMA and can't think clearly, with a GTO stripped down.

[6d7gto]

I recommend repairing yours even if the car is no longer a numbers matching all original. If all original by all means only replace the frame if you absolutely have to. Your frame has the car's partial VIN, plant manufacturer and the proper date code the GTO was born with. They're stamped into the left rear rail. Sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers sent and may God bless.

[getmygoat]

sounds like you should have a professional take a look at it to determine the cost involved, whether it even is repairable, etc.

You could probably find a replacement frame for $500 or maybe less... but its the installation that will get ya.

[Txbobcat]

If your frame is that questionable I would replace it. However finding a boxed frame will make it a bit harder. Frames usually run $300 to $800.

[27jalopy]

If it is localized spots, weld it! You can totally do this (or have a friend who welds good) and your car will still have its original frame. Even if it is rusty at all four curved corners and the rear spring mounts, just make sure it stays parallel and straight as you tack and final weld. Weld!

[xkeots]

Originally Posted by Txbobcat

If your frame is that questionable I would replace it. However finding a boxed frame will make it a bit harder. Frames usually run $300 to $800.

I have been looking for over 3 years and I found a 1967 Boxed frame and it is here.
It came with a 1967 4bbl carb & intake, trunk deck lid, the cowl vent, (mine had a huge hole from Hurricane Sandy dropping a tree branch through it) 2 large floor sections I need to weld in and a solid rolling frame.
Delivered I paid 2 grand.
Needs to be taken apart and cleaned and painted.
My original frame was toast, not repairable as there were some real bad repairs like 1/4 inch plate welded to the under cowl on both sides and rears that couldn't be cut out.
I called every Pontiac yard up and down the West coast and south west every year and they had my name in their computers but never a boxed convertible frame came in.
If one did it still would have cost close to a grand for shipping and then the cost.
It would have been close in price without the extra parts. I bought it and I can now get my car back in order.

Merry Christmas
Thanks
Jack

[6d7gto]

Glad things worked out for you Jack. Merry Christmas to you and your mom.

[Txbobcat]

Glad you got one

[xkeots]

Originally Posted by 6d7gto

Glad things worked out for you Jack. Merry Christmas to you and your mom.

Thanks!!!!!!!

[xkeots]

Originally Posted by Txbobcat

Glad you got one

Thanks!
My original frame was not repairable. I got screwed on Ebay.
Now my car will be worth what it should be.
There are no numbers on it.