Has this 54 frame been modified

[Eric F.]

I was recently looking at a 54 frame where the exhaust pipe passes through the right frame rail near the trans tunnel; it appears to me to have been cut away with a torch. It is painted black but I can't tell if it is factory paint. Was this modification done at the factory (which I doubt) or did a less than stellar exhaust mechanic find an easier was to "make things fit"?

[Dan D.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

Definitely not factory.

[Chris S.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

Not factory.....

[Bruce B.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

I think the frame is original but it appears that someone cut some clearence at the top of the exhaust hole using a torch.
In Noland Adams book "Corvette the American Legend #1" on page 31 there is a picture of a passenger car frame which was also used in Corvettes. Also see page 221.

[Eric F.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

Thanks to each of you for your input. It's unfortunate that someone actually thought it was a good idea to modify the frame to accommodate the exhaust pipe. Well, at least it can be fixed without too much trouble.

[Eric F.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

It's all fixed. Thanks again to each of you. Right Frame Rail Exhaust Opening - Repaired (md).jpg

[Chris S.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

Looks good !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Bruce B.]

Re: Has this 54 frame been modified

Very nice job.