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Patrick L. · 11-26-2012, 02:27 PM

I have a question regarding the difference between a 1928 and 1931 chassis as well as a cost/worth of a well rusted 1928 chassis[ right hand e-brake, engine turns over, steering and wheels don't] with a rotten front spring mount, rear radius arms and missing steering box..

Patrick L. · 11-26-2012, 02:55 PM

I guess I'm also asking how hard it is to mount a 31 body on a 28 frame..

dave in australia · 11-26-2012, 04:50 PM

The piece that will stop you is the front cross member. The radiator mounts are higher on the 28-29 to suit the shorter radiator. If you mount a 30-31 radiator on the earlier chassis, it will sit higher than the rest of the body.

Rowdy · 11-26-2012, 05:55 PM

Front crossmember as mentioned above and possibly with some 31 bodies the cowl mounting hole locations are different. I am sure someone that is more familure with those changes will chime in. Depending on the condition of the front crossmember with the solid motor mount someone may trade you straight across for a usable 30-31 front crossmember. If I remember correctly there was a slight change in rivit locations some time during production that may make this change alittle more work. Rod

Great Lakes Greg · 11-26-2012, 05:59 PM

I just paid $600 for a chassis that sounds a lot like yours, but with a few more usefull parts. I think I paid too much by about $200, but I am hoping the engine will run, which would make me feel better, and I like to tinker. Deep pits in frames and other componants make this heavy iron in my eyes, and worth scrap rate. Hate to be a Debbie-downer, but it is what it is.

Patrick L. · 11-27-2012, 06:49 AM

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OK, thanks fellas.. I'm glad I asked this question again because I had forgotten about the differences.. I think I'll pass on this thing and keep looking..

11-26-2012, 02:27 PM	#1
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Question ,, chassis difference and worth I have a question regarding the difference between a 1928 and 1931 chassis as well as a cost/worth of a well rusted 1928 chassis[ right hand e-brake, engine turns over, steering and wheels don't] with a rotten front spring mount, rear radius arms and missing steering box..

11-26-2012, 02:55 PM	#2
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: Question ,, chassis difference and worth I guess I'm also asking how hard it is to mount a 31 body on a 28 frame..

11-26-2012, 04:50 PM	#3
dave in australia Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Victoria, Australia Posts: 1,241	Re: Question ,, chassis difference and worth The piece that will stop you is the front cross member. The radiator mounts are higher on the 28-29 to suit the shorter radiator. If you mount a 30-31 radiator on the earlier chassis, it will sit higher than the rest of the body.

11-26-2012, 05:55 PM	#4
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: Question ,, chassis difference and worth Front crossmember as mentioned above and possibly with some 31 bodies the cowl mounting hole locations are different. I am sure someone that is more familure with those changes will chime in. Depending on the condition of the front crossmember with the solid motor mount someone may trade you straight across for a usable 30-31 front crossmember. If I remember correctly there was a slight change in rivit locations some time during production that may make this change alittle more work. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

11-26-2012, 05:59 PM	#5
Great Lakes Greg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,369	Re: Question ,, chassis difference and worth I just paid $600 for a chassis that sounds a lot like yours, but with a few more usefull parts. I think I paid too much by about $200, but I am hoping the engine will run, which would make me feel better, and I like to tinker. Deep pits in frames and other componants make this heavy iron in my eyes, and worth scrap rate. Hate to be a Debbie-downer, but it is what it is.

11-27-2012, 06:49 AM	#6
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: Question ,, chassis difference and worth Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) OK, thanks fellas.. I'm glad I asked this question again because I had forgotten about the differences.. I think I'll pass on this thing and keep looking..