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1958 Chevy Truck - Volare, Noooooo!
 ...he flipped the crossmember...  ...he flipped the crossmember right side up and measured each end to determine and mark its center point. |  Once KA Custom determined...  Once KA Custom determined the correct placement of the front crossmember and assured the crossmember was level, it was tack welded to both framerails. |  Since the original framerails...  Since the original framerails are 6 inches wide, KA Custom used the plasma cutter to cut a diagonal ramp to mate the new 5-inch front framerails to the 6-inch 'rails. |  Tack welding and finish welding...  Tack welding and finish welding the new front subframe... |  ...to the existing frame-rails...  ...to the existing frame-rails came next. |  With the frame in one pie...  With the frame in one piece,... |  KA Custom completed the front...  KA Custom completed the front crossmember's bead welds. |  By using a cardboard template,...  By using a cardboard template, Kevin determined the boxing plates' correct dimensions for the old framerail sections at the front edge underneath the cab. |  After cutting the boxing plates...  After cutting the boxing plates out of sheetmetal, they were tack and bead welded to their new home. |
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GMC Yukon XL Research
Finding a fuel efficient automobile today is easier than ever. Check out the GMC Yukon XL buyer's guide providing information on car specs, reviews and fuel economy. The 2009 Yukon XL is offered with your choice of V8 engine, and it has a comparable warranty. Other similar vehicles are the Ford F150 and the Ford Expedition.
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