Northwoods SC
Registered User
Have an important question for you all regarding frame rust and possible repairs for my 92. I have had it all its life and drove it through a few Michigan winters years ago (I know, the kiss of death...). After having it put on the rack recently, a mechanic pointed out areas of rust on the frame in the rear (in the rocker panels in front of the rear wheels). The rockers are eaten away at points and there is evidence of rust damage on some of the suspension parts. A few people who don't value our cars as highly as we do suggested not to put anymore money into it. I hate to give up on her!
My question is what can be done to save the frame, either through replaceable frame parts or other types of frame repair. Are those fixes safe and sturdy? I know there are sub frames on our cars and have heard of 3rd party frame parts for others.
Does it make more sense ($$) to stop chasing rust and transfer engine/trans into a rust free chassis from the south? Don't have tons of money now, but WILL keep this car and the new engine I recently put in her for a future restoration and rebirth. I'd love to give my 9 month old son a ride in her in ten/twenty years. I'd appreciate all advice for the best solution. Thanks.
P.S. I'll try and post pictures when I take it back to the shop and get her on the rack. Anyone have a diagram of the frame components of these cars?
My question is what can be done to save the frame, either through replaceable frame parts or other types of frame repair. Are those fixes safe and sturdy? I know there are sub frames on our cars and have heard of 3rd party frame parts for others.
Does it make more sense ($$) to stop chasing rust and transfer engine/trans into a rust free chassis from the south? Don't have tons of money now, but WILL keep this car and the new engine I recently put in her for a future restoration and rebirth. I'd love to give my 9 month old son a ride in her in ten/twenty years. I'd appreciate all advice for the best solution. Thanks.
P.S. I'll try and post pictures when I take it back to the shop and get her on the rack. Anyone have a diagram of the frame components of these cars?