Frame Steel???

I'm buildin' a 4 door 28 hudson sedan rat rod. What are your suggestions for a good gauge of square stock steel for the frame? For a heavy all steel body, is 2X3 or 2X4 better?

Thanks

 

2x4 is a lot stiffer.

 

Unkl is right and I"d use 10 ga.

Frank

 

Sweet! Thanks guys, hope your right! We'll test 'er at 130 MPH!!

 

I think these guys used 2"x4",and a lot of saw blades.

http://www.the-antidote.com/one/1chass01.htm

 

I was following the antidote buildup, but it seems to have stalled. Anyone know if it still coming together?
Michael

 

well it really depends on engine size, output and overall weight of the car but most warm or hot ohv's would be better with 2x4

 

Rat Rod? Don't hear that term used much over here.....

 

Most know that bracket racers are built with .083 box, and that in 2X4 braced well should be just fine. Consider how much support you get from the body itself. Sounds like fun. But I'm with krooser...WTF is a rat rod?

 

that's a really good article...