These dents are a sure sign that the frame notch was done improperly or the frame just isnt strong enough anymore since g bodies dont have that much strength in this area to begin with. In addition they are lightweightaround 3300 pounds about the same as an early camaro as well.
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G body frame measurements. End enclosures are included to span from the repair to the original frame. I have a side and top dimension sheet for a malibu frame. Small medium and large. Larger bones are heavier and therefore you should aim for a bmi closer to 249. Its certainly a fun car for any budget. Like with any frame modification maintaining all of the dimensions by keeping the rails square is a huge concern.
Not sure what year it is i think 8485 but it may help. Oem and aftermarket parts are plentiful and mostly interchangeable. Shoot me your e mail. 19681972 a body gto cutlass chevelle chassis 1973 1977 gm a body gto cutlass chevelle chassis 19471954 3100 series 1 gmc chevy pickup truck chassis. I also made a sized sketch of the 86 ss body tracing over a graphic file and then scaled to get the dimensions for doing my rear suspension ic measurements. If you have a small body frame your goal bmi should be closer to 185.
It made its first appearance from 1969 to 1972 adapted from gms a body and reappeared from 1978 to 1988the second series of g bodies began production designated as gbody cars in 1978 but were redesignated as g body when the new front wheel drive a body. To determine the body frame size measure the wrist with a tape measure and use the following chart to determine whether the person is small medium or large boned. The general motors g platform also called g body was an automobile platform designation used for mid sized rear wheel drive cars. Laser cut 18 premium steel follows the frame contour with some intentional slight overhang and is easily weldable with a standard mig welder. Gm body cross reference chart buick trademarks used with the written permission of general motors home forums garage classifieds reference. To choose your goal bmi required for the ideal weight calculator you need to take into account your bone structure.
There are three body frame size categories. The g bodys 108 inch wheelbase is the same as the early camaroshort enough to turn well and long enough to ride comfortably. Regal1982 85 malibu classic1982 malibu1983 el camino1982 85 monte carlo1982 85 cutlass supreme1982 85 supreme brougham1982 85. Gns g body frame notch kit allows for narrowing the rear upper frame rails on the g body for installation of a wider tire.
Gallery of G Body Frame Measurements
