This really relieved some anxiety since I just bought a 84 ltd fox body with same area damaged on the frame rail. Except mine is bent right before the strut tower, I’m determined to get it fixed. I’ve wanted one since I first seen one when I was 12. Plus it’s the baby version of my daily 86 grand marquis I drive. Also amazing job on fixing it ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Another option is to install a tube frame from the strut tower forward. The ideal fix is to buy new factory metal for the frame rail. If you can remove the motor then it’s the best way to go. Just have to drill a lot of rivets. Best of luck.
@@mrautomotif8996 thank you I truly appreciate the reply. This has helped me majorly. I was legit pacing back and forth in disbelief of what I seen thinking it was worse then it is (in terms of thinking it wasn’t fixable) glad to know it is. I truly appreciate the vid and info. I defiantly will pull motor. Clean it up and start fresh ❤️🔥
@@mrautomotif8996 do you by chance know what metal and where I could get it from that would be best for this type of frame? I’ve been trying to figure that out. The spacing between the two front wheel from the edge of the wheel housing is both different. Driver side the wheel is closer to the wheel hosing outer edge and passenger side is in more then the driver side. This worries me. But still going to do my best to have it fixed or drive it as best as I can get it fixed. Everything is so clean on it except the front end damage it makes me sad 😞 hood and fenders need slightly aligned. Defiantly got some work ahead of me. This video gave me hope for it. I’ll make a video of it and post link back later if you’d be interested in taking a look at the vid. If not it’s ok :)
@@ashtonharvey5723 Metal Supermarkets is where I buy mine. They have decent prices and can cut to size for you. I believe I used 1/8th inch steel that was 3” or 4” wide and 4’ long. I did have to make some pieces more narrow or notched using a saw zaw.
Women are just as capable of doing it too. It just all about taking your time and prepping to take it apart/ repair it. It isn’t as bad as it might seem.
I've been waiting for this one. I think you covered it well and I especially like the voice overs. You've gotten much better with editing too. Seems like you improve each video.
Thanks! I’ve definitely been getting better tools and experience lately. I like doing voice overs and may do more of that in the future. Also getting more comfortable on camera. Now onto the 1k sub mark :).
Hi hope all is well love the videos. im looking to buy. A 84 definitely some rust on both. Frane rail. And towers. The guys is asking 4k he did some upgrades pimpx. Etc. 900cc injector. Turbo. Just worried about the rust like yours.
So with you adding metal to the underside of the frame rail on the one side only will that not make the K member higher on one side than the other. Front end geometry off !!??
It’s possible by about an 1/8th inch but so far we haven’t had an issue. Car runs straight and level. If it was an issue I could washer the other side. I don’t think my approach is the best but better than others I’ve seen.
The Fox Chamber thanks man. I’ve found that welding is not to bad when looking down but the moment that welding gun points up it’s totally unpredictable.
Hi ,question .did you just kinda blend move the metal brake lines away from tower just enough to work around? Or you had to remove them completely? Thanks looks great!
Sorry man just noticed this. I only lowered one side. After removing the bolts the cradle dropped a few 1/8ths just enough to slide the new steel in place. I used a jack under that side to control it.
This really relieved some anxiety since I just bought a 84 ltd fox body with same area damaged on the frame rail. Except mine is bent right before the strut tower, I’m determined to get it fixed. I’ve wanted one since I first seen one when I was 12. Plus it’s the baby version of my daily 86 grand marquis I drive. Also amazing job on fixing it ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Another option is to install a tube frame from the strut tower forward. The ideal fix is to buy new factory metal for the frame rail. If you can remove the motor then it’s the best way to go. Just have to drill a lot of rivets. Best of luck.
@@mrautomotif8996 thank you I truly appreciate the reply. This has helped me majorly. I was legit pacing back and forth in disbelief of what I seen thinking it was worse then it is (in terms of thinking it wasn’t fixable) glad to know it is. I truly appreciate the vid and info. I defiantly will pull motor. Clean it up and start fresh ❤️🔥
@@mrautomotif8996 do you by chance know what metal and where I could get it from that would be best for this type of frame? I’ve been trying to figure that out. The spacing between the two front wheel from the edge of the wheel housing is both different. Driver side the wheel is closer to the wheel hosing outer edge and passenger side is in more then the driver side. This worries me. But still going to do my best to have it fixed or drive it as best as I can get it fixed. Everything is so clean on it except the front end damage it makes me sad 😞 hood and fenders need slightly aligned. Defiantly got some work ahead of me. This video gave me hope for it. I’ll make a video of it and post link back later if you’d be interested in taking a look at the vid. If not it’s ok :)
@@ashtonharvey5723 Metal Supermarkets is where I buy mine. They have decent prices and can cut to size for you. I believe I used 1/8th inch steel that was 3” or 4” wide and 4’ long. I did have to make some pieces more narrow or notched using a saw zaw.
@@mrautomotif8996 that is awesome, thank you so much for the info. I really appreciate it. I got a saw zall as well. :)
As a woman, I have a 89 foxbody. I'm very overwhelmed and discouraged. I'll try your diy. Thank you
Women are just as capable of doing it too. It just all about taking your time and prepping to take it apart/ repair it. It isn’t as bad as it might seem.
Cool SVO man. Those 2.3s are indestructible.
will smith thanks! The 2.3 with forged internals are tough but I’ve seen people blow them up with boost :)
I've been waiting for this one. I think you covered it well and I especially like the voice overs. You've gotten much better with editing too. Seems like you improve each video.
Thanks! I’ve definitely been getting better tools and experience lately. I like doing voice overs and may do more of that in the future. Also getting more comfortable on camera. Now onto the 1k sub mark :).
That was a very thorough repair--well done and well documented...I congratulate you on your determination.
Hi hope all is well love the videos. im looking to buy. A 84 definitely some rust on both. Frane rail. And towers. The guys is asking 4k he did some upgrades pimpx. Etc. 900cc injector. Turbo. Just worried about the rust like yours.
Very informative I'll be doing this on my 87 turbocoupe next winter
Me too as I just found out
So with you adding metal to the underside of the frame rail on the one side only will that not make the K member higher on one side than the other. Front end geometry off !!??
It’s possible by about an 1/8th inch but so far we haven’t had an issue. Car runs straight and level. If it was an issue I could washer the other side. I don’t think my approach is the best but better than others I’ve seen.
Mr.AutoMotif, I needed this video 2 months ago, hahaha. Your welds still look better than mine.😂😂😂
The Fox Chamber thanks man. I’ve found that welding is not to bad when looking down but the moment that welding gun points up it’s totally unpredictable.
I'm glad you describe in detail gives me inspiration
This is the last way I'd repair this.
Good job. Thanks for the video
Keep the content coming. I like the car and the channel..
4 eyedfoxfreak thanks! Really appreciate it. Stay tuned.
Just an FYI. The 93 Cobra tail lights are the same as the svo ones.
Svo taillights have been installed recently. They look great
Good job.
Nice video love por 15 new subscriber here
256 Garage welcome! I should have some new material soon.
Hi ,question .did you just kinda blend move the metal brake lines away from tower just enough to work around? Or you had to remove them completely? Thanks looks great!
Few questions. How did you lower the k member down enough? and how did you support it?
Sorry man just noticed this. I only lowered one side. After removing the bolts the cradle dropped a few 1/8ths just enough to slide the new steel in place. I used a jack under that side to control it.
Great DIY. I'm not a welder either but, pretty much gonna do what you did. SVO is cool too.👍