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Old 12-12-2017, 07:53 PM   #2
71CHEVYSHORTBED402
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Re: Frame weight, methods for a mobile frame & powder coat

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Originally Posted by beaterku View Post
A properly sized hole and a bolted connection torqued will provide every bit of the same clamping force as a rivet.

Drilling rivets is my preferred method of removal. Here is a video of me removing the rivets in the rear of my frame. It's a heck of a lot quieter than using an air hammer and a lot faster (I've removed with with an air hammer, grinder and drilling).

https://youtu.be/BXHq3jkOqTA?t=44s
Very cool. You made it look easy. We're removing the front suspension this weekend. I was going to cut, but may drill instead.

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Originally Posted by leddzepp View Post
Fairly easy to lift onto a trailer with 2 people if the frame is stripped. You won’t regret getting it powder coated. Paint is nice...but powder is still a step above
Looks great. Semi or gloss?
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