Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

What is the difference between a subframe from a 69 Camaro vs. one off of a 68-72 Nova? I read in the Camaro Restoration Guide by Jason Scott that contrary to popular belief, Camaro and Nova subframes are not truly interchangeable. (page 108) I was always under the impression that they were identicle. I need to replace the subframe on my 69 Camaro and was looking to buy one the was off of a Nova. Can someone shed some light on this matter. Thanks.

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

if a Nova one will work..you can have a free one here in Wa..take your pick a 68 or 69 under 4dr cars

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Thanks Budnate! But your a little bid far. I'm in Southern California. Thanks for the offer. I still need to find out whether they are truly the same subframe.

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

You will most likley find the big differnces in piercings and some location holes, but not much else. You can add the needed holes or weld shut unwanted ones. The lower control arm snubber points are different on 68 VS 69, but that can be changed out as well. The Nova uses a thick washer under the firewall mounting location. You should be able to make it work...BKH

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Call GMsports Salvage in San Jose...ask for Larry....search on users list here on the site for the website..the phone number is there.

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Ask for Steve.

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Larry kind of runs the yard part....

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Don't ask for Dave.
Daves not there.

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Early 67 cam have different holes in the front as Brian say not mutch differance. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

Re: Nova vs. Camaro subframes
 

Curious if 1st Gen frames were dated as 1970's were...and if so how might a high dollar resto circumvent this problem....
Chuck S