C1 Removing the body from the frame on a 62

**IH2LOSE** · 09-05-04, 08:18 PM

So I am looking to lift a body off of a 1962 soon.And I am looking for a lift kit I can use with an engine crane.(I dont want to do the freind method as I dont have too many voulenteers) anyways all the ones I have found on line are for a 63 to 67 any suggestion on what to use?

**John Mcgraw** · 09-05-04, 08:36 PM

Larry,

I just use some light chains between the deck lid hinges and the top hole on the radiator support. I cross the chains and pick up in the middle where thay cross.
Of course, this requires that you remove the deck lid and the windshield before pulling the body, but I pretty much strip the body anyway before removing it.
I just use some "S" hooks to hook in the chain and the bolt holes. You really don't need to be too worried where you pick these old straight axle bodies up at, they are built like a tank! There is no need to brace the door openings like there is on later model convertibles

Regards, John McGraw

**IH2LOSE** · 09-05-04, 09:02 PM

Thanks John

I am trying to order what I think I may need now So I have it for when the car arrives.

Thanks for the drawing on the body dolly

**studiog** · 09-05-04, 09:57 PM

IH2LOSE Did you finally find the C1 you were looking for?

**IH2LOSE** · 09-05-04, 10:25 PM

Originally Posted by studiog

IH2LOSE Did you finally find the C1 you were looking for?

Yes I did But I have not posted on it yet because I have not paid for or picked it up yet.I was supposed to run up on this friday to get it but my partner left with my car trailer,I am scheduled to run up next saturday night to get it.I will post pictures as soon as I get home with it

**Sting Ray** · 09-06-04, 08:58 AM

Larry,

Congrats on finding a project car, hope this one is the "one"

Tom M

**IH2LOSE** · 09-09-04, 09:05 PM

Originally Posted by mailmaninvette

Larry

Good to see that you found a body for your project. I wish I could have
been more help , but I knew that you would find the car you wanted. Keep
us updated and lots of pictures.

You helped me more then you think.A sincere THANK YOU !

I am purchasing Jims car who you refered me to last year.I am going up on Saturday to pick it up.By sunday I will have some photos up.

**Mac** · 09-12-04, 12:45 AM

Congrats, Larry! If you're circulating pics via email, please include me!!

-Mac

**IH2LOSE** · 09-12-04, 02:56 AM

Well close to 800 miles on the truck and about $160.00 in gas and a six pack of red bulls and we are home with the new car.

I did have the opertunity to meet one of our members (mailmaninvette)when picking up the car.Roy it was a pleasure to meet you in person.THANKS AGAIN.

I will take some photos when I wake up in a couple of hours

**BarryK** · 09-12-04, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by IH2LOSE

A picture

Hi Larry

looks great. a quick wash and wax on the paint and you are ready for the shows!

seriously, congrats on getting the car and now with both the frame and the body you are ready to start the heavy duty work on this project!
Have you decided what motor you are going with? sorry if you already mentioned that in a prior thread and I missed it.

**richscorvettes** · 09-12-04, 11:47 AM

Larry,

Congratulations on getting the car for your project. It looks pretty complete from the picture.

Rich Lagasse
p.s. You might want to hold onto those rear tires since winter is coming.......