1985 Chevy M1009 (CK5 build thread part 2)

[kennyw]

Yes, I can see that. I much rather waste some bushings than damage the frame more. I'm contemplating on how to fix it, either with a visit to my local frame shop or rig up something with a porta-power. Or just ignore it and not worry about it.

Harbor Freight has the 10-ton porta power on sale through today for $100 off.

 

[imiceman44]

Harbor Freight has the 10-ton porta power on sale through today for $100 off.

I have had this one for 15 years and it has done so much work for me and my friends and family.
Great for this job.

 

[Truckman4life]

I would make some c-channel extensions that maybe bolt to the outside of the frame with the fush bolts and extend straight down like a foot to clear everything then put a porta-power in between and spread outward. Should twist the rails pretty easy I bet.

 

[cheavyk10]

I would make some c-channel extensions that maybe bolt to the outside of the frame with the fush bolts and extend straight down like a foot to clear everything then put a porta-power in between and spread outward. Should twist the rails pretty easy I bet.

That sounds like a good way to get it done. I don't think it will take much. Damn spaghetti frames!

 

[imiceman44]

I would make some c-channel extensions that maybe bolt to the outside of the frame with the fush bolts and extend straight down like a foot to clear everything then put a porta-power in between and spread outward. Should twist the rails pretty easy I bet.

The thing is you need to straighten each side separately and make it vertical or you end up bending the softer side more.
Push from the most stable location on the frame and pushing on the bottom of the frame to get it straight. Then maybe reinforce it in that position

 

[Truckman4life]

Or....you could jump it again to see if it fixes it!

 

[cheavyk10]

Like this @Truckman4life ??

 

[Truckman4life]

Perfect! AI says it's possible now you must do it!