Would a 1971 2Door Cutlass Supreme frame fit a 1971 4Door body?

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Old November 23rd, 2015, 01:56 PM
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Would a 1971 2Door Cutlass Supreme frame fit a 1971 4Door body?

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My dad passed away few years ago and left just the body of 1971 4door Cutlass Supreme. I live in a country where Oldsmobile isn't that common but I managed to find a 2door frame in good shape. I know both are A type but would it fit into my 4door body? other than the wheelbase what else should I considered?
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Old November 23rd, 2015, 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by caguirre0488
Hello Everyone!

Very pleased to be part of this forum and gain lots of knowledge!!

My dad passed away few years ago and left just the body of 1971 4door Cutlass Supreme. I live in a country where Oldsmobile isn't that common but I managed to find a 2door frame in good shape. I know both are A type but would it fit into my 4door body? other than the wheelbase what else should I considered?
Welcome. The 68-72 A-body cars used a 112" wheelbase on the 2dr cars and a 116" wheelbase on the 4dr cars, so sorry, no.
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Old November 23rd, 2015, 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by caguirre0488
My dad passed away few years ago and left just the body of 1971 4door Cutlass Supreme.
That's an odd thing to do. Did he leave you the body and the engine, drivetrain, and frame to other family members? Trying to be fair and spread the wealth, as they say? Maybe you could find these other family members and all get together and make one nice car!

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Old November 23rd, 2015, 02:40 PM
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It would be possible by cutting the frame just in front of the lower rear control arm mount forward of the boxed section and adding four inches.
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