QA1 Suspension...Repair Frame or Replace?

[jgf100]

Hi All,

My stock '70 f100 has some front end damage from an accident. I've replaced most of the front clip, but the biggest issue is the fame rails up front got bent from the accident. Nothing too major, but its there. I figured it would be a good idea to replace suspension at this time, do some body work and such. My question is... should I repair/straighten the front frame rails, or should I buy a used frame that is pretty straight?

Thanks!
For reference, here are pics of the bent frame...

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[DuckRyder]

Based on what i can see in those pictures thats an easy fix for a frame shop, i would fix it as any replacement frame that isn't new is likely to be as bad.

RE: Your title - QA1 is a company that makes replacement front and rear suspension for Bumps and other vehicles, is that what we are talking about?

[jgf100]

Based on what i can see in those pictures thats an easy fix for a frame shop, i would fix it as any replacement frame that isn't new is likely to be as bad.

RE: Your title - QA1 is a company that makes replacement front and rear suspension for Bumps and other vehicles, is that what we are talking about?

Yes, I'd like to change the suspension into something that I can drive comfortably. The QA1 suspension looks to be direct bolt on, which is the reason I'm considering them, pricey but convenient.

Has anyone here installed these suspension systems? I'd be interested in knowing how difficult it is.

[basketcase0302]

="jgf100"]

Based on what i can see in those pictures thats an easy fix for a frame shop, i would fix it as any replacement frame that isn't new is likely to be as bad.

RE: Your title - QA1 is a company that makes replacement front and rear suspension for Bumps and other vehicles, is that what we are talking about?

Yes, I'd like to change the suspension into something that I can drive comfortably. The QA1 suspension looks to be direct bolt on, which is the reason I'm considering them, pricey but convenient.

Has anyone here installed these suspension systems? I'd be interested in knowing how difficult it is.

As much as I hate to recommend off site resources it's almost a necessity here as we've not seen too many QA1 trucks here.
If you go over to FAKEBOOK search for the "Fixen your way" and Fordification pages.
I remember a guy in the Atlanta area that ran one of the very first QA1 prototype front and rear suspension in Autocross application that has a lot of experience in them.

[tsherry]

That's a half-a-day long effort for a frame shop. Easy peasy.