magregor Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I was wondering if anyone with a '95 Pathy could post some pics of the rear section of the frame (4 dr)? The area most important is from the body mount in front of the rear wheel to the cross-link behind the spring saddles... I am rebuilding the frame on mine and the crossmember for the rear-end pivot links broke clear of the frame. I have boxed in and repaired most of the frame, but I don't want to weld the crossmember in the wrong spot and throw the rear-end alignment out, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpawela Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I was wondering if anyone with a '95 Pathy could post some pics of the rear section of the frame (4 dr)? The area most important is from the body mount in front of the rear wheel to the cross-link behind the spring saddles... I am rebuilding the frame on mine and the crossmember for the rear-end pivot links broke clear of the frame. I have boxed in and repaired most of the frame, but I don't want to weld the crossmember in the wrong spot and throw the rear-end alignment out, etc. It's dark now, but I'll try to get you some pix tomorrow. I have a 95 SE so that should help you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magregor Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 It's dark now, but I'll try to get you some pix tomorrow. I have a 95 SE so that should help you out. Thanks jpawela I am new to Nissan trucks and premature rust on frames, but not to fabricating and repairing...I have never seen a frame on a truck go like this before! The rest of the truck is in really good shape, so I hate to scrap it for a few bad spots...I have the body about 12 inches off the frame so I can get at everything and do the job right the first time. I hear these trucks are pretty tough otherwise. Thanks Again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedPath88 Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 hmm if I had read this sooner I would have snapped a couple pics fro you. Mine is a 2Dr but the frames are the same design. You might think about finding one locally and taking a first hand look (maybe pics too) of one, or a wrecking yard. As I am sure you know, seeing it for yourself would be much better than just a picture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerranoNZ Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Any help? Snapped them tonight of the 2dr 94 I've got on it's side shame freight wasn't cheaper, I could cut off the bit you need and send it to you If you need anything else just holler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02silverpathy Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 WoW @ those pics! Super pic job NZ ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magregor Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 That is FANTASTIC!!! I wish my frame looked like that! Hopefully when it is done, it will resemble something more than holes and rust flakes! Thanks VERY much for the pics, it gives me more confidence in where to place the crossmember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 LOL. Definitely a great help!! Remember though, the truck is on it's side and it is warmer there now... B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamzan Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) In a certain section of the FSM it has the measurements on where things are supposed to go on the frame. I don't remember where though. Someone else may know. I saw that you're in quebec, how close to ontario are you? Edited January 27, 2009 by adamzan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magregor Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 In a certain section of the FSM it has the measurements on where things are supposed to go on the frame. I don't remember where though. Someone else may know. I saw that you're in quebec, how close to ontario are you? I live basically on the Quebec side of the Ottawa River. I work in Ottawa, but live in Gatineau...only a 10 minute commute (when there is no traffic)... As far as the measurements go, I see in the pics that the crossmember is roughly +- 1/2" away from the Coil Spring Saddle. I suppose I could put the rear end in and mount the pivots in place, position the crossmember on the frame and fully compress and extent the axle to make sure it moves freely...the only issue is the "dog-tracking" if I don't line it up properly and equally on both sides. The truck isn't going to see much pavement, but it would be nice if I did decide to put it on the road, it would be going straight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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