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Frame Cross-over Dent Removal

Posted: 1/6/25 9:20amMessage 1 of 5
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Boynton Beach, FL - USA
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Vette(s): 1978 Pace Car L82 4SPD

I am ready to start rebuilding the front suspension on my 78 Pace Car with all new parts. The PC has the typical dent in the frame cross-over under the engine. I read a couple years ago that there is a tool to remove the dent by pressing it out from inside the frame, but part of the suspension needs to be removed to install the tool. Since I will have the suspension removed, it would be a good time to remove the dent. 
Does anyone know where I could purchase, for rent the tool?

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Re: Frame Cross-over Dent Removal

Posted: 1/6/25 2:36pmMessage 2 of 5
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Equinunk, PA - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.

Hello, I'm not aware of such a tool, but I would think a Porta Power would work if it has expanding jaws. 

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Posted: 1/6/25 3:19pmMessage 3 of 5
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Re: Frame Cross-over Dent Removal

Posted: 1/15/25 9:00pmMessage 4 of 5
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Gary, thank you for responding. The information you provided was very helpful. Note that the gentleman in PA that posted on Corvette Forum, who loans out a tool to remove the dents, passed away.

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Posted: 1/15/25 9:09pmMessage 5 of 5
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I have learned that a tool is for sale from several providers. Since it is rather pricey, is there anyone who has the tool that is willing to sell or rent it to me? I will only be using it once. Please PM me if that is a possibility.

Jon

Boynton Beach FL

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