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Old 06-20-2018, 02:01 PM   #1
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Default K-frames on Mopar

Has anyone welded up the seams on the k-frame ( just spot welds now)? Do you think it's necessary?
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Old 06-20-2018, 05:17 PM   #2
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Weld reinforcement around the LCA shaft boss for sure. Steering box mount needs some help too.
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Old 06-20-2018, 09:40 PM   #3
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See www.firmfeel.com
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Old 06-20-2018, 11:18 PM   #4
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Never had a problem with a stock one EXCEPT in early 70's when I acid dipped them (Bad Idea)
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Old 06-21-2018, 05:59 AM   #5
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Mike, if you put a notch in it for oil pan removal, as per rule book, make sure to off-set it 2" to the right.
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Old 06-21-2018, 06:04 AM   #6
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It certainly can't hurt. In addition to frame connectors and roll bars/cages, I've heard of cases where people have also welded the body & frame seams on Mopars, all in an effort to minimize any bit of potential flex in the uni-body chassis.
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Old 06-21-2018, 08:01 AM   #7
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With all the welding that is needed, it would be necessary to tie the "K" member down to steel plate to keep it from looking like a corn chip after welding. To reduce some stress from welding, peen it with a numatic chipping hammer. Let it cool before removing.
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Old 06-21-2018, 09:43 AM   #8
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Thanks for all the answers, now I have to take the fresh paint off. Wish I'd thought of this before. LOL
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Old 06-21-2018, 12:43 PM   #9
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While you are at it , weld on some tie down loops .
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Old 06-22-2018, 01:41 PM   #10
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AND While you're at it. When you brace that steering box mount.....don't you DARE cut it off and move it over for more header clearance.
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