3-6
1997/98 Chevrolet Corvette
Collision Repair
Fig.␣ 3.13 — Adapter Clamp for
Conventional Anchoring System
Frame Adapter
Clamp
Fig.␣ 3.12 — One-Piece Mild Steel Frame Rails
The corvette frame rails are made from one piece
mild steel tubes that are contoured into shape by
hydroforming (Fig.␣ 3.12). The frame rails play an
integral part of the fit and finish of the vehicle
and must be three dimensionally correct for
exterior panels to fit properly. The one piece
frame rails have 18x35 shipping slots that are
used to secure a damaged vehicle to a bench for
holding and dimensional straightening. Use Kent
Moore tools frame adapter clamp J42058, to
provide a downturned flange in the four torque
box areas for universal holding equipment use.
Notice: Sectioning should only be performed
in the recommended areas, failure to do so
may compromise the structural integrity of
the vehicle.
Notice: Use Kent Moore Tools Frame Adapter
Clamp (P/N J42058) to secure the vehicle if
pulling and straightening is required
(Fig.␣ 3.13).
Rail - Underbody Side Assembly