In looking at the frame rail damage/rust it doesn't appear to be as bad as I initially thought. (I hope).
The undersides of the lowest portion of the rear rails by the front leaf spring pocket both have the outer layer corroded on the bottom and sides. It is also evident on both inner and outer sides of that area, next to the E-brake cable. There are three separate panels that sandwich together at that point and it looks like just the outer one held the crud and rusted, as this is the lowest point on the rail (lower than the drainage hole unfortunately). It also didn't help matters that the delivery truck driver used that spot as the hold down for his cargo chains. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif[/img]
Pass side:
Driver's side:
