Another thing to remember is the value when you are finished. If you looked
at any of the cars that are going for the high prices at the auctions NONE
of them would have o Jule style frame.
This issue came up several years ago at a Healey concourse. And it was
decided that a car with the Jule frame could not recieve a gold level award.
So with that in mind I would recommend strongly staying with a frame that is
as close to original as possible. We have sold several of the Kilmartin
frames and if you put it alongside an original you can not tell the
differece.
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David Nock
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> Thanks to all for your replies about a replacement Healey chassis. Replies
> seem divided into 2 camps - those who like Jule frames and those who suggest
> I stay away from them. I've followed up with some for more insight on their
> opinions. Kilmartin was also a suggestion - seems like a long way from
> Australia to Nova Scotia - so I've contacted them for more information. SC
> Parts was also a suggestion. I spoke with someone there and they no longer
> supply complete chassis. They do the frame with floors and outriggers and
> supply the bulkheads and inner fenders separately. That might make sense
> when it comes to fitting shrouds to the bulkheads - would allow for
> variations in the parts. Lots more research to do.
>
> Rich Chrysler - I sent you an e-mail and it keeps coming back undeliverable
> - any suggestions?
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