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Hot Rods Model A's with 40-48 full length crossmembers

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Michael_e, Dec 30, 2016.

  1. Michael_e
    Joined: Mar 15, 2005
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    Do anyone have pics of model a frames using the original crossmembers found in 40 thru 48 cars? I tried a couple searches but ended up with hundreds of threads about model a's or lots of crossmember threads. I'm talking about using the full length legs and center box section, t******* to fit of course.
    Thanks,
    Mike
     
  2. mr.chevrolet
    Joined: Jul 19, 2006
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    you want to look for X-member
     
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  3. Tetanus
    Joined: May 20, 2007
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    not sure how that would work? model a frame is like 4" tall and 40-48 are around 6" tall. 32 frames are 6" tall it could work on that and look right.
     
  4. mgtstumpy
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    [​IMG]

    This is a 32 frame and I think he's a HAMBer. There was a thread on this at sometime?

    I've seen Model As done this way but a 32 frame is way different to a Model A frame
    [​IMG]
     
  5. Tim
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    from KCMO

    You pie cut the legs so they taper to the skinner model A rail.
     
  6. Aaron D.
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    Here's mine, its a 39 X though.
     
  7. mr.chevrolet
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    thanks for posting that video, nice work.
     
  8. Sorry I don't have a Video for you. These photos have been around here several years now. This is a 36 X member, pretty much same as 39. I didn't let the ****** mount dictate where I mounted the X unit. I mounted my Body and positioned the pedals in relation to the floor/firewall. I also used a 39 pedal unit, non split front bones and closed drive. Kind of the same as Aaron D only different.
    The Wizzard
    Test fit #1 004.jpg 02-03-12.jpg 02-15-12 001.jpg Closer; 002.jpg
     
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  9. Michael_e
    Joined: Mar 15, 2005
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    Thanks guys, the responses and pics/video are great. I had not thought about sectioning a crossmember/legs but now looking at it, it makes sense to me. Anybody got more, throw them in here.
    Mike
     
  10. mgtstumpy
    Joined: Jul 20, 2006
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    Not an 'A' but I used a modified 46 Olds X-Member in a friends 42 Chevy PU with OEM trailing arm suspension with a 9" and coil overs.
    20140524_090501.jpg
     

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