Rear Frame rail removal

Old Jan 16, 2011 | 07:51 AM
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Unhappy Rear Frame rail removal

Hey, Just found out I have to replace driver side rear frame rail. Whats the best methed for removal. Is there a special drill bit or something to go thru the spot welds without making a thousand holes in the floor.
 
Old Jan 23, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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I did it. Just started cutting with with a cutting wheel. Took my time and got it done without any holes. Waiting for the new to arrive tommorrow I hope. Pics coming soon.
 
Old Jan 23, 2011 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by kudnu89
I did it. Just started cutting with with a cutting wheel. Took my time and got it done without any holes. Waiting for the new to arrive tommorrow I hope. Pics coming soon.
Congrats! Hope the new one goes in as easy as the old one comes out. As common as frame rail replacement is I'm suprised no one had advice for you. Post up some pics I'd really like to see how you do it.
 
Old Jan 24, 2011 | 09:25 PM
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A spot weld cutting bit one piece, matco, snap on or a good paint supply shop. Thanks Scotty62
 
Old Jan 25, 2011 | 04:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Pablo63
Congrats! Hope the new one goes in as easy as the old one comes out. As common as frame rail replacement is I'm suprised no one had advice for you. Post up some pics I'd really like to see how you do it.
Mine were/are solid as a rock. One thing we didn't have to replace was any of the subframe.
 
Old Jan 25, 2011 | 10:16 PM
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I just cut several hundred spot welds on a 68 camaro complete floor with rails attached, quarter panels, rockers, dash etc, a spot weld cutting bit cuts the first layer of metal leaving your welding surface in great condition. Check it out on scottarnoldrestoration.com I hope I can help you out. Thanks Scotty62
 
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