Frame Strengthening

[RSchwarzli]

I need to add strength to the crew frame as a frame that long and 400+ hp and a heavy trailer can't be good. What is the best mothod? Boxing? Welding a chanel into the frame? Thank you again everyone for all your help.

Robert

 

[SGibson]

Iv'e thought about that also, I might run a couple extra cross members,back to back like they did on the Bighorn, install them w/interference fit bolts. I don't know if boxing would be the way because of all the welding and weight. These c-channel frames do leave something to be desired as far as torsional stiffness goes, I've broke the cab mounts off more than 1 D-cab.

 

[RSchwarzli]

Thanks for the thought, I will keep this in mind. Robert

 

[Sri Ram]

How about a couple of these Reunel bumpers? I hear they add strength to a frame…