This weekend I'm going to make the Dakota frame fit the 1940 Dodge Coupe body.

I will be using the whole Dakota frame, as the original frame is almost beyond use. I may use a small rear section of the original frame to cap the Dakota frame and provide a place to mount the rear bumper.

I wanted to see what you guys thought of the way I was going to shorten the frame. I need take out about 4", I will double check the measurement before I make any cuts.

See the picture to see how I'm thinking about cutting it and putting it back together.

After welding it back I will plate the inside of the frame, and then box it for good measure.

Thoughts? Comments? Death threats?

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My 1970 Dodge Challenger
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