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1972 Monte Carlo Frame

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#1 ·
I have a nice 1972 monte carlo frame, and was wandering if the rear is the same as a 1968 -1972 chevelle. About from the firewall area weld back. I have the front that can be welded on, but don't want to ruin one if it won't work. Any input will be appreciated. Thanks
 
#2 ·
The wheelbase on a G-body is 4 inches longer than a Chevelle. That 4 inches is all between the wheels.
 
#3 ·
Chas
I think the length on the Monte frame is all in the front horn area (in front of the firewall area weld). Montes have a spacer bracket between the inner fender and the firewall whereas Chevelles do not.

Measure the side rails front to rear. I think it may work if you stub on the front Chevelle horns.
 
#5 ·
Not to mention that the dam wheelbase is 4 inches longer.... :sad:
 
#8 ·
Well, duh. Maybe that's because the 4 door, wagon, and El Camino all use a 116 inch wheelbase...... What part of this do y'all not understand????
 
#9 · (Edited)
here is some info i found:

From: "Stan K. Kulikowski, Jr." (iceman at redrose.net)
Subject: 70-72 Monte Info

The first generation Monte was based on the Chevelle. There were
4 inches added to the frame in front of the fire wall and four more
inches added in front of the front wheels.

chevelle = 112"
monte = 116"

total of 8"
 
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