Thanks for doing these videos. I’m just starting on my ‘07 GMC 2500HD. Gives me hope I can save my truck. It’s a Duramax LBZ and runs and drives perfect but the rusty rear frame is bad. With only 109,000 miles I want to keep it and fix it. So far I dealt with the bed bolts. 3 spun so I cut the heads off. I’m making a bed dolly to store the bed and do some body work on it too. I’m 76 and up for a challenge 😂
Thank you for documenting this. I’m getting an 01’ 2500hd single cab long box that a farmer had since day one. It’s rusty but good bones being a NY truck and 190k on it. But I did crawl under and find that rear spare tire mount all rotted out. Makes me feel very capable of repairing the rust
Recently just removed and replaced the spare tire mount/brackets on my Bro's 97 K1500, it has rivets as well and we cut the heads off with a saws all with long blade then used a grinder and punch to remove the rivets, it was fairly rusty for being a SE- Georgia/Florida Truck, but Very Similar process, Everything else on the frame was good and not compromised surprisingly, Appreciate your attention to detail on These Rust Repairs- Makes me want to start buying junk title trucks for the frames lol - so cheap down here and mostly clean.
Very nice repair you were very detailed and knowledgeable. My question is, is that truck with that fantastic repair going back into the same road conditions as before?? If so, it’s like why even bother. I used to live in NYS and now I live in Florida and I see 2000 to 2005 Chevy trucks all the time, with no rust. They’ll still have the black factory coating on the frame with no rust. Only clear coat on hood and roof burned off from hot sun. Truly amazing.
Done this couple of times on my tracks If u go this far flip bed over and power wash out Set bed at angle and pour Rust-Oleum paint on bottom of floor It will flow and seal cross supports on bed Tip put cardboard between bed and cab it stops any scratches or dings while lifting off
When you put the rear tank cross member back in. What did you use for reference points or measurements to ensure it went back I. The correct spot for the shock and gas tank strap
Ive got an 03 duramax 3500 that needs all these same repairs but ALSO needs a new bump stop bracket and control arm bracket, have you ever done that type of repair?
I’ve got a 1500 Silverado..looking to get some frame repair done. What does something like this cost? Might drop it off to you since you’re only 45 minutes away
Awesome job! I am getting ready to do the same exact repair to the rear cross member. Is the exhaust mount not included with the Saf-t cross member? Also. I have never welded to a truck frame, what precautions do i need to take with the electrical system of the truck. Thanks!
Great video thanks! I’m in the middle of replacing my spare tire crossmember now and wondering if you could tell me what size and grade bolts you use to replace the rivets are, particularly on the shackle brackets? Any need to increase the diameter or anything?
@MorFab Industries. Any thoughts on if that rear crossmember would fit a '99 2500? OE has the tube but if I can stiffen up the rear when I go to replace the other crossmembers that would be nice.
I'm looking to see if there is a way to repair the side frame or side rail area's that you touched on at 11:30. What happens if you do not have enough thickness? Our local shop said they wouldn't touch it because it's too far gone. Can these side frames be removed and rewelded to the front - or are we looking at an entire frame swap?
@@baileysconstruction7898 yeah man that sucks a big one. luckily my rails are still solid. I just finished mine up today actually. Wish I could post some pics it came out nice. Paint is all I have left to do now I should have the bed and tank back in by Saturday. I replaced all the cross members even the one right under the cab that goes over the drive shaft. A shop quoted me 1032 dollars to just do the very rear. Luckily I have a torch and good welder to do it so I was able to do it all for around 900 give or take a little for random supplies and paint.
@@jordanlogsdon9926 ya I’m actually cutting out the back half the frame and sectioning another one in tomorrow because I found a rust free frame that just bent in the front
Hey, the gas tank crossmember is by nature wider than the holes in the frame. Did you just slide it in? or did you have to wiggle it inbetween the C channels?? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Do you have any historical performance data on how that rustoleoum holds up? I can't imagine it's anywhere close to what the factory does and we know that doesn't hold up. I'm in the middle of fixing my LBZ and I'm debating what coating to use.
The black box that has lines coming from it, is that for gas engines only? My 2007 2500 had classic duramax doesn’t have that when I took my bed off. Thanks
I’m glad I found your page. I’ve been debating on fixing the rust on mine VS getting another truck. Your videos have me thinking more positive about just keeping it and fixing it. I’ve got 211,000mi but it runs great. What would you do ? Sincerely appreciate you opinion. So many ppl say to get rid of it, but I’ve also seen diehard duramax owners fix worse. I’m just torn between spending the money on a newer truck or putting the money into a truck that’s worth less. Decisions - decisions.
Hey man! Thank you! I actually have been watching your channel for quite a while. I love the tree stuff! And damn man that chevy of yours has def given you hell over the last year!
@@MorFabIndustries Thanks, much appreciated. Yeah, as soon as insurance gets off their asses I figure I might as well pull the bed and make the job easier, and whoever put it on welded it and bolted it.......possibly kept it straight in the accident though. Hopefully find out soon. /cheers
Oof. Are you still dealing with the bullshit from getting hit from behind a while ago? Insurance companies suck! I'll bet that bed def helped keep everything straight. If you have any questions about replacing any of the cross members feel free to hit me up!
I need your number I got a hd same thing needs done I n got all the hardware from safty cap already was going to. Go at it alone but for a good price willing to haul it up there I in stl
Great improvement but use Rust Kutter or sulphuric acid so that it changes the rust from iron oxide to iron sulfite and then paint 24 hours later. It will stop and cure it, it is like blueing a gun barrel.
You could technically take that X brace in the rear and weld it to a 1500 frame couldn't you? My 1500 is rusted out and I have the opportunity to get the whole rear of a 2500 to use for repairs
My brother purchased a 2008 Silverado 2500 HD Z71 4×4 and the deal took him for a ride the frame is rotten and the lemon law is not working the driver side wheel fell off while driving because of the r Rot and it passed the inspection because of the dealer paid off the. Person? That inspects. The vehicle? We're trying to take them to court now. How can we fix this frame?
Great video....and that's why I wont buy another chevy.....buddy has 2016 Duramax with 13k on it and the frame is rough!!!! Where are u located?.....I'm in Central New York....salt is bad here ...really bad!! One winter and ur new vehicle is a pile of rust!!!!
Great work but dude, you have to wear a respirator when arc welding and especially near paint unless you want serious lung problems down the line. Plus, you look and sound like Bane when wearing it.
@@serenityplantation7638 Its just the domino theory man. If something that significant is that badly rotted on the truck, then what about the little things that are even less resistant to corrosion? Fuel lines, brakes lines, gas tank straps, transmission cradle, fenders, cab corners, rocker panels, electrical grounds, things like that. The list goes on.
Wtf... Why would you leave that front crossmember in? It's already has a giant hole in it. It's literally two bolts and two rivets and you can put a brand new one in. It will take you 10 to 15 minutes. I love when people go this far into a project and start cutting corners at the very end. Complete waste of time.
All these videos tell me is we should all be undercoating our trucks every 2 to 3 years...I'm working on my 97 GMC and I am to blame for not staying on top of this crap.
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Thanks for doing these videos. I’m just starting on my ‘07 GMC 2500HD. Gives me hope I can save my truck. It’s a Duramax LBZ and runs and drives perfect but the rusty rear frame is bad. With only 109,000 miles I want to keep it and fix it. So far I dealt with the bed bolts. 3 spun so I cut the heads off. I’m making a bed dolly to store the bed and do some body work on it too. I’m 76 and up for a challenge 😂
I have same exact problems on my HD ! How much would you charge to do what you did in the video ?
Thank you for documenting this. I’m getting an 01’ 2500hd single cab long box that a farmer had since day one. It’s rusty but good bones being a NY truck and 190k on it. But I did crawl under and find that rear spare tire mount all rotted out. Makes me feel very capable of repairing the rust
Love the video. Curious to find out, if you know, will a box from a 1500 bolt directly to a 2500HD? My truck is a 2004 Sierra 2500HD.
Recently just removed and replaced the spare tire mount/brackets on my Bro's 97 K1500, it has rivets as well and we cut the heads off with a saws all with long blade then used a grinder and punch to remove the rivets, it was fairly rusty for being a SE- Georgia/Florida Truck, but Very Similar process, Everything else on the frame was good and not compromised surprisingly, Appreciate your attention to detail on These Rust Repairs- Makes me want to start buying junk title trucks for the frames lol - so cheap down here and mostly clean.
thanks for the great video - gives me great ideas on my own truck
Thanks, 2004 with the 8’ bed needs this done.
EXACTLY same thing I’m looking at on my 04 HD….THANKS
Very nice repair you were very detailed and knowledgeable. My question is, is that truck with that fantastic repair going back into the same road conditions as before?? If so, it’s like why even bother. I used to live in NYS and now I live in Florida and I see 2000 to 2005 Chevy trucks all the time, with no rust. They’ll still have the black factory coating on the frame with no rust. Only clear coat on hood and roof burned off from hot sun. Truly amazing.
buy them up and transport up north, make $
Done this couple of times on my tracks If u go this far flip bed over and power wash out Set bed at angle and pour Rust-Oleum paint on bottom of floor It will flow and seal cross supports on bed Tip put cardboard between bed and cab it stops any scratches or dings while lifting off
When you put the rear tank cross member back in. What did you use for reference points or measurements to ensure it went back I. The correct spot for the shock and gas tank strap
Ive got an 03 duramax 3500 that needs all these same repairs but ALSO needs a new bump stop bracket and control arm bracket, have you ever done that type of repair?
I’ve got a 1500 Silverado..looking to get some frame repair done. What does something like this cost? Might drop it off to you since you’re only 45 minutes away
awesome, looks great. need this for my truck now.
Do these kits vary on bed length or does it not make a difference?
Awesome job! I am getting ready to do the same exact repair to the rear cross member. Is the exhaust mount not included with the Saf-t cross member? Also. I have never welded to a truck frame, what precautions do i need to take with the electrical system of the truck. Thanks!
The pieces that you said always rot out on the inside that the bump stops bolt to with the gusset ever replace them is there a patch for these ?
Great video thanks! I’m in the middle of replacing my spare tire crossmember now and wondering if you could tell me what size and grade bolts you use to replace the rivets are, particularly on the shackle brackets? Any need to increase the diameter or anything?
Very good information, I'm getting ready to do the same thing on my 01 Duramax.
@MorFab Industries. Any thoughts on if that rear crossmember would fit a '99 2500? OE has the tube but if I can stiffen up the rear when I go to replace the other crossmembers that would be nice.
I'm looking to see if there is a way to repair the side frame or side rail area's that you touched on at 11:30. What happens if you do not have enough thickness? Our local shop said they wouldn't touch it because it's too far gone. Can these side frames be removed and rewelded to the front - or are we looking at an entire frame swap?
Can you do a 2003 dodge ram repair with a lot of rot. I have one and would like to see how its done so I can mine. Thanks.
Having same issues with my HD too. I’ll be ordering the cross members and tackling it ASAP. Great vid too
Definitely Good to get it done ASAP ... mine was let go so long that now I have to replace the back half of the frame
@@baileysconstruction7898 yeah man that sucks a big one. luckily my rails are still solid. I just finished mine up today actually. Wish I could post some pics it came out nice. Paint is all I have left to do now I should have the bed and tank back in by Saturday. I replaced all the cross members even the one right under the cab that goes over the drive shaft. A shop quoted me 1032 dollars to just do the very rear. Luckily I have a torch and good welder to do it so I was able to do it all for around 900 give or take a little for random supplies and paint.
@@jordanlogsdon9926 ya I’m actually cutting out the back half the frame and sectioning another one in tomorrow because I found a rust free frame that just bent in the front
@@baileysconstruction7898 sweet good luck I’m sure it’ll work out for you keep me posted
Just wondering about how much does it cost $$$$$ or how many hours to do a 1500 tube & rear cross piece.
thanks
Sweet video! Good to see how to do this stuff right!!!
What thickness do you look for the frame to be at before you cut and fix ?
Hey, the gas tank crossmember is by nature wider than the holes in the frame. Did you just slide it in? or did you have to wiggle it inbetween the C channels?? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Is the rear "X" cross member manufactured to sell anywhere? Or did you have to make it yourself?
Do you have any historical performance data on how that rustoleoum holds up? I can't imagine it's anywhere close to what the factory does and we know that doesn't hold up.
I'm in the middle of fixing my LBZ and I'm debating what coating to use.
So I have a customers jeep I did 5 years ago and he just sent me pictures. It still looks perfect! A good primer goes a long way!
@@MorFabIndustries awesome data point. Thank you.
The black box that has lines coming from it, is that for gas engines only? My 2007 2500 had classic duramax doesn’t have that when I took my bed off.
Thanks
I was wondering the same thing!😕
How much do you charge to have that done and where are you located
Beautiful work. I would love to know how much time you spend on these repairs.
It all depends on how bad they are. Most are in the 12-15hr range and some have taken as long as 24hrs.
How much does it cost to do that Chevy Silverado 2500HD Frame Repair? I am having the same issue - Thanks in Advance!
Shoot me an email jpmorfius@gmail.com
@@MorFabIndustries - Hey I sent 2 emails to jpmorfius@gmail.com - no response? Did you give me the right email?
I want this done to my 05 lly
How much and where u located
Thank you. Now wish me luck with my 04 2500hd.
Fingers crossed!
You went through all that, why not just replace the spring mount??? Also why not paint the frame why it was exposed and with a pro enamel black paint?
Hey man just wondering if you could weld in the cross members and frame bits from a 2500 to a 1500
I have the same question.
@@jdm894g can not.
I’m glad I found your page. I’ve been debating on fixing the rust on mine VS getting another truck. Your videos have me thinking more positive about just keeping it and fixing it. I’ve got 211,000mi but it runs great. What would you do ? Sincerely appreciate you opinion. So many ppl say to get rid of it, but I’ve also seen diehard duramax owners fix worse. I’m just torn between spending the money on a newer truck or putting the money into a truck that’s worth less. Decisions - decisions.
Fix your truck .. gonna be worth it .. I’m repairing all the rust on my single cab 3500 04 filled with rust
Man loved the video just wish you were in Richmond Virginia LoL because it done to my 05 Silverado 2500hd crew cab !?
IS it worth all this or should just buy another used truck? Looks like way too much labor involved.
Thanks, loved it
Hey man! Thank you! I actually have been watching your channel for quite a while. I love the tree stuff! And damn man that chevy of yours has def given you hell over the last year!
@@MorFabIndustries Thanks, much appreciated. Yeah, as soon as insurance gets off their asses I figure I might as well pull the bed and make the job easier, and whoever put it on welded it and bolted it.......possibly kept it straight in the accident though. Hopefully find out soon. /cheers
Oof. Are you still dealing with the bullshit from getting hit from behind a while ago? Insurance companies suck! I'll bet that bed def helped keep everything straight. If you have any questions about replacing any of the cross members feel free to hit me up!
If you look on your video minute 11:40 you talk about that bracket always rotting out. Did you replace those or what did you end up doing?
I need your number I got a hd same thing needs done I n got all the hardware from safty cap already was going to. Go at it alone but for a good price willing to haul it up there I in stl
What do you think this job cost?
Nice video thanks! Where are you located?
Wallingford ct
what did you do to replace the bottom of the spring hanger bracket? thank you
Great improvement but use Rust Kutter or sulphuric acid so that it changes the rust from iron oxide to iron sulfite and then paint 24 hours later. It will stop and cure it, it is like blueing a gun barrel.
also wonder average cost for repair of this nature ball park
Can you do a Rolling chassis swap 11-14 lml on a 07.5-10 lmm
You could technically take that X brace in the rear and weld it to a 1500 frame couldn't you? My 1500 is rusted out and I have the opportunity to get the whole rear of a 2500 to use for repairs
How much a job like this cost?
hey man where are you at if I need you to do this to my truck
What’s the cost for this kinda work on 1500 Sierra ??
Why wouldn't you pound the the x cross member back towards the bumper you removed all revits
Them bolts underneath usually always come out but when you got the ones on top they are a pain.
Not in the salt belt
How much would a job like that cost I have a 00 silverado Ls 2500 and the frame is pretty rusted
Try to do it your self save money
My brother purchased a 2008 Silverado 2500 HD Z71 4×4 and the deal took him for a ride the frame is rotten and the lemon law is not working the driver side wheel fell off while driving because of the r Rot and it passed the inspection because of the dealer paid off the. Person? That inspects. The vehicle? We're trying to take them to court now. How can we fix this frame?
Gotta love that road salt !
Nice work! What the name of the music in the last quarter of the video?
Where did you locate that replacement crossmember for the rear, where the spare tire carrier used to be
Haha never mind I realized you said it in the video
I need to do this on 2009 Chevy Silverado
Great video....and that's why I wont buy another chevy.....buddy has 2016 Duramax with 13k on it and the frame is rough!!!! Where are u located?.....I'm in Central New York....salt is bad here ...really bad!! One winter and ur new vehicle is a pile of rust!!!!
I'm in Central CT so same deal!
is that color dark ming blue?
Where in NH are you?? I need my jeep fixed and you may be the best candidate😂
He's in CT
What kit did u buy?
Where you get cross members for shock at
Hi where I can order the front cross member
Great work but dude, you have to wear a respirator when arc welding and especially near paint unless you want serious lung problems down the line. Plus, you look and sound like Bane when wearing it.
Not sure which video he talked about what kind of primer he uses to weld through. Anyone know I think he said rustoleum self etching.
Rustoleum self etching primer is correct!
Great content
I'd say honestly, that truck has about 5 years left in it. If that. But either way, excellent work!
Why do you think that? Not being rude. I’m debating on fixing mine but don’t want to do it if it’s not worth it to
@@serenityplantation7638 Its just the domino theory man. If something that significant is that badly rotted on the truck, then what about the little things that are even less resistant to corrosion? Fuel lines, brakes lines, gas tank straps, transmission cradle, fenders, cab corners, rocker panels, electrical grounds, things like that. The list goes on.
Would you actually be willing to give me a hand with the same exact issue? Lol I’m local to you actually
Where can I get the mid one that fits where the gas tank goes?
www.autorust.com
When can I drop off my truck?
Email me. Morfabindustries@gmail.com
we’re you buy the crossmenber
www.autorust.com
Nice🔥🔥🔥
What is the name of the rear x brace kit? And where did you get it from? Thanks
www.autorust.com and it's the rear spare tire crossmember
I would have put a steel I beam in it
Where in ct u from. Im in wolcott.
Wallingford.
Dude replace the front member too lol.
I think if I was the owner I would have replaced the front cross member while it was apart.
Didn't need replaced
@@jonathanyates5198 I said if I was the owner. It is a personal preference. It was rusted through, it is not going to stop rusting.
Wtf... Why would you leave that front crossmember in? It's already has a giant hole in it. It's literally two bolts and two rivets and you can put a brand new one in. It will take you 10 to 15 minutes. I love when people go this far into a project and start cutting corners at the very end. Complete waste of time.
I made the recommendation, the customer said no.
All these videos tell me is we should all be undercoating our trucks every 2 to 3 years...I'm working on my 97 GMC and I am to blame for not staying on top of this crap.
I did the same thing with mine, except I took everything off and repainted it. It was a bitch but it will last the life of the engine haha
The frame looks too thin he's better off getting a new 2500
Rust? Tundra owners laughing. Any frame can rust no matter the brand.
Gm should be ashamed for making such rust prone frames
I like to do Appointment for my Jeep frame
send me an email jpmorfius@gmail.com
Solid video if it wasn't for the super cringy music.
1st
I have a 04 Chevy Crew Cab 1500 I need framework how much do you charge for that