53 F100 subframe options
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53 F100 subframe options
I tried a search but I got a error messege. Can someone give me some input on swapping in a mid 70`s camaro subframe? I know there is alot of fab involved, I helped my buddy with this set up in a 55 chevy p/u, but I don`t know if the widths are the same or if there is a better set up from another car. I don`t want to put out a ton of money for a jag set up and i don`t want a Volare set up either. Thanks guys.
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On the very top (gray) header bar of the forum page, just under the FTE banner, click the tab called "Articles/Specs", then click on the catagory "Steering and Suspension" and you'll find and eleven part article from the members here on "Suspension Alternatives for 48-60 trucks". It is very complete and used to be a "sticky" at the tp of our forum page. I believe it covers the Camaro clip also. OR, you can use the link below (to the same place):
https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/idx/10/0/
BTW, the main reason that the Jag IFS option is so well liked is because you can usually buy the whole car for a few hundred dollars, so the low cost is one of the main benefits. That said, there are a number of excellent front suspension choices in the article.
Enjoy!
https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/idx/10/0/
BTW, the main reason that the Jag IFS option is so well liked is because you can usually buy the whole car for a few hundred dollars, so the low cost is one of the main benefits. That said, there are a number of excellent front suspension choices in the article.
Enjoy!
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Thanks Randy. I haven`t been hear long and still finding my way around. I guess I missed that. Plus it was late last night when i was looking. I did`nt see anything about the "camaro" clip but I did find a link to a article from bobco`s about installing one. I still think the MII would be the best way to go but it`s pricey. Thanks again.
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Lots of great info in that tech article, highly recommended. I was more interested in subframes than complete clip replacement. I considered the MII, Volare and Jag, and settled on the Jag setup. Using a subframe allows you to keep the stock frame intact, with all the body mounts, bumper mounts etc. which you lose when you cut and clip. A subframe can also be removed later, when a newer system comes out and your grandson wants to change it. In my case, with an F-1, the Jag subframe is a bolt on, and the price is equaled only by the Volare.
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I got a chassis with a 64-7 chevelle clip in it.. It was done by Bob Johnson of California Conversions a while back.. It fit perfectly between the frame rails, easier than a camero clip if i remember correctly. Everything lines up great, and reinstalled the front frame horns for the bumper and and radiator. If you like i can send you some pics before i sell this thing at pomona or long beach.
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Tim,
I'd like to see those pictures if you would send them my way. I am considering a similar swap using a 75 Malibu suspension in the near future. My email is New_Hampshire_Yankee at Yahoo.com.
I'd like to see those pictures if you would send them my way. I am considering a similar swap using a 75 Malibu suspension in the near future. My email is New_Hampshire_Yankee at Yahoo.com.
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I put a Camaro clip on mine before really checking out the other options and I would not recommend it unless you don't mind a lot of fabrication. I kept the front frame section for the radiator support and to do this I built a fixture before cutting the frame. Take a look at the pictures in my gallery. If I would have done the Volare I might be driving this truck by now. I'm over the hump now, but it has been a long road. Welcome to the dark side.
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I'm familiar with the other options but sometimes you just want to use what you have. In my case, a near drivable 75 Malibu rusting in the back yard. I've gone the Volare, MII, Pacer, and even the Camaro (actually an Olds Omega)route on other projects. I haven't done a Chevelle Malibu on a truck yet though so I see it as an interesting project and I won't be in a hurry. If I were going for easy I'd go the Jag or Volare option again... 
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Originally Posted by GreatNorthWoods
I looked at your gallery pictures and you did an excellent job on the installation.
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Does anybody actually have a detailed how-to on this, step by step with pictures? I have a late 70s camaro clip that I'm gonna be fabbing onto my 54 this summer and was hoping to read up a little bit on it first.
I did read through the article that was mentioned above, but it's not very helpful
I did read through the article that was mentioned above, but it's not very helpful
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Does anybody actually have a detailed how-to on this, step by step with pictures? I have a late 70s camaro clip that I'm gonna be fabbing onto my 54 this summer and was hoping to read up a little bit on it first.
I did read through the article that was mentioned above, but it's not very helpful
I did read through the article that was mentioned above, but it's not very helpful