Has anybody put a 1940 / 41 body on a later chassis ? I'm thinking of building a street rod and would like to hear from anyone who has done it and what frame did you use. Thanks. Ken.
I have seen a 57 Super on a 72 Estate Wagon frame. It was a great fit. The the owner sad it was an easy swap. He used the 455, all the accessories, the brakes, ect. He just kept the shell and the interior from the Super. Buick wagons are cheap especailly if the body is rusty.
Your project looks interesting and worthwhile Steve, but I don't know whether the rules for chassis building here are aligned to those where you live. Probably not ?? It would be a shame to modify that neat job you have done with yours or even scrap it altogether ( :shock: ) just because some pedantic inspector picks on something. I have given your coupe project some serious thought. Ken.
There was a 40 coupe on ebay a few months back that was on a 79 regal frame.If i keep my 40 im going to subframe or mustang II the front the 40 is a odball
A friend of mine in Denver has a 41 Special sitting on a 69 sport wagon chassis. The chassis is still running the OE 350 Buick, turbo 400, and 10 bolt rear end. Front has disc, the rear has drums. Anytime he needs chassis parts he tells the jobber it's for a '69 Buick Sport Wagon and it fits.
I am building '55 Special on '88 Caprice frame and floor. Not very easy, but it could be done Everything could be done depending of amoun of money to be spent on particular project...
OK, can I just change tack here if I could please. There hasn't been any money spent yet by me in regard to 40 / 41 project, I'm still doing my homework. I may even opt for something earlier, 34 / 35 maybe. The question then would become ---- Would a Nailhead engine fit into the engine compartment ? Do you know anyone who has rodded a 1934 / 35 ? Ken.
1934-35 cars are one of the most sought out Buicks for engine changes. I see them most often with Chevy engines -- either 454 or LS series Vette engines-- in them. Once in a while you will see one with a 455 Buick in it. A nailhead should be an easy fit because it is narrow. Nailheads were originally designed for cars with Buick straight 8 engine width frame rails in the 53 model year. Here is a typical 34-35 Buick rod wherein they cheaped out with a 350 engine.http://www.carsonline-ads.com/colsite/col?use=UC3_ViewPosting&cmd=showPosting&postingID=44670 I like them with dual side mounts, a big cid Buick engine, AC, PS , PB ect.
Sorry to intrude here - but the Buffalo News has a 1949 Studebaker Pickup Cab and front end for sale CHEEP - $800. If any of your FRIENDS might want it. Solid metal. Talk about something crying out for a 455 GS 4 speed and a 2 by 8 bed in back, staned and varnished. I always liked the old Studebaker designs. Can't handle another project right now. It's not "rolling stock" so you'd have to pick it up or pay for shipping ? I could borrow a friend's trailer and help with transportation ? If you need more info, I'll get the paper from my truck Wednesday ? Rip Rohring:Comp:
