Professional Auto Frame Inspections
A vehicle’s frame is the foundation of its structural integrity. Rust, corrosion, collision damage, poor previous repairs, and years of wear can compromise a frame long before the full extent of the damage is obvious.
At Outlawed Specialties, we provide thorough auto frame inspections to evaluate the condition of your vehicle’s frame and help determine whether damage or deterioration is present and what repair options may be available.
Whether you’re concerned about rust, evaluating a vehicle before purchasing it, planning a restoration, or simply want to know the condition of your vehicle’s frame, we can give you a professional assessment.
Frame inspections are a paid service and are available by appointment. Contact Outlawed Specialties to schedule your inspection and receive current pricing.
What We Look for During a Frame Inspection
Our frame inspections focus on identifying visible signs of damage, deterioration, and previous repairs that may affect the condition and integrity of the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle, we inspect for:
Frame rust and corrosion
Rust-through and structural deterioration
Cracks, holes, and weakened areas
Bent or damaged frame sections
Previous collision damage
Previous welding, patching, or frame repairs
Body and frame mounting areas
Suspension mounting points
Crossmembers and structural components
Areas that may require additional repair or fabrication
After the inspection, we can discuss what we find and whether repair, reinforcement, fabrication, or replacement of affected components may be appropriate.
Frame Rust & Corrosion Inspections
Surface rust does not always mean that a frame is structurally compromised. The more important question is how far the corrosion has progressed and whether it has weakened critical areas of the frame.
We inspect rusted frames to help determine the extent of the corrosion and identify areas where the metal has become thin, perforated, cracked, or otherwise deteriorated.
If repairs are practical, Outlawed Specialties can also provide frame rust repair, welding, fabrication, and structural repair services.
Truck, Jeep & 4x4 Frame Inspections
Trucks, Jeeps, SUVs, and 4x4 vehicles can be particularly susceptible to frame corrosion and damage due to age, road salt, off-road use, towing, and exposure to harsh conditions.
We inspect these vehicles for common frame problems as well as vehicle-specific areas where corrosion or structural deterioration frequently develops.
An inspection can be especially useful before investing in major repairs, modifications, suspension work, or a complete restoration.
Pre-Purchase Frame Inspections
Buying a used truck, Jeep, classic car, project vehicle, or older vehicle with visible rust?
A pre-purchase frame inspection can help uncover problems that may not be obvious from photographs or a quick walk-around.
We can inspect the frame for corrosion, structural deterioration, previous repairs, welding, and other visible signs of damage so you have a better understanding of the vehicle’s condition before making a purchase.
Classic Car & Restoration Frame Inspections
The condition of the frame can significantly affect the scope and cost of a restoration.
Before beginning a restoration project, we can evaluate the vehicle’s frame for rust, deterioration, previous repairs, and damaged areas that may need to be addressed during the restoration process.
For vehicles requiring extensive work, our fabrication and restoration experience allows us to look at the frame not only for existing problems, but also from the perspective of what may be required to properly repair and restore it.
Can a Rusted Frame Be Repaired?
In many cases, yes—but every vehicle is different.
Whether a rusted or damaged frame can be repaired depends on the location and extent of the damage, the amount of structurally sound material remaining, the construction of the vehicle, and the availability of appropriate repair sections or replacement components.
Outlawed Specialties specializes in rust repair, welding, fabrication, frame repair, and vehicle restoration, allowing us to evaluate both the condition of the frame and potential repair options.
Schedule an Auto Frame Inspection
If you’re concerned about frame rust, structural damage, previous repairs, or the overall condition of a vehicle, contact Outlawed Specialties to schedule an inspection.
We’ll inspect the vehicle, explain what we find, and discuss the available options if repairs are needed.