i put a used subframe on my 69 because my original was bent. unfortunately the frame mount holes are stripped out. any help would be greatly appreciated. im sure im not the first to have this type of problem. torque specs would be greatly appreciated too. thanks
-doug

Wuz up Doug. Not sure what you mean by the "frame mount holes are stripped out." Thinking back to when I put my frame back on there weren't any threaded holes on any part of the chassis. On the sides maybe for hanging fuel and brake lines and z bar installation but that is about it. That is why the "body bushings" come with washers, bolts and nuts. On the bottom of the cowl section where the frame mounts there are pilot holes from the factory to help you align the chassis. Unless you are looking at mounting holes that are rotted out and not stripped out, that would be common. Torque specs for the frame are around 90/lbs. Post some more info or email me a pic. That would help.

the holes i am having problems with are the ones for the motor frame mounts. ya know the ones in between the frame and actual motor mounts. there are three holes in the frame for each and i believe they are 7/16. my best guess is to drill and tap em out to half inch. any better ideas are very welcome. thanks, doug

The frame brackets use nuts and bolts. The nuts are hard to get on with the lower control arm installed, but it is possible with a long socket extention and universal.

Good call John graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Yes, a good call. How about a long combo wrench and duct tape one face of the wrench to hold the nut? That's what I used.

the frame is not tapped- it is drilled out for a 3/8" bolt. if you have the lower control arms out, it is relatively easy to get an extension up there and tighten down the nuts. if the arms are installed, it might be a bit more fun, but still doable.