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Easiest front sub for a 50's Olds

Discussion in 'Off Topic Hot Rods & Customs' started by BJR, Feb 4, 2026.

  1. BJR
    Joined: Mar 11, 2005
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    What is the easiest front subframe to install in a 50 Olds. Is there anyone that will just bolt in or under the stock frame? Jag? I don't need to hear "use the stock suspension", due to previous owners hacking it up.
     
  2. What year olds ?

    when I had my 55 Buick a jag front end was a relatively easy swap from what I researched .
    Not sure how different an olds would be .

    rear suspension was almost a bolt in/ weld in .
     
  3. BJR
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  4. lumpy 63
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    IMG_20260204_184314.jpg IMG_20260204_184325.jpg IMG_20260204_184333.jpg IMG_20260204_184318.jpg I did a 68-72 nova graft on a 50 Olds. I copied what Marty Strode did on his
     
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  5. rockable
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    I would contact Southern Rods and look at the Fatman front end. I've installed two on my cars and love them. Besides a good ride and handling, they give you more room for engine and accessory installation.
     
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  6. southerncad
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    FWIW I used a '77 Cad Seville front clip on my '49 Cad, not a bolt in, but a great fit and still working after many years/miles. May be a little hard to find, but rebuild parts not hard to find...
     
  7. rusty1
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    64-72 Malibu & clones, 68-74 Nova & clones all work great...I've done dozens of em,...hardest part now is finding a donor...
     
    Last edited: Feb 13, 2026

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