building jeep frame

mark · 2010-02-28T14:52:53+00:00

My original jeep CJ-7 frame has rusted out and I was thinking ofbuilding a new one from aluminum. Would 2 X 4 X 1/4 wall (if that iseven available) box tubing have the equivalent strength of the stock1/8" wall steel frame? I would like aluminum because it will lastforever, no need of any paints etc..., very easy to work with andcheaper than building a steel one and having it galvanized. My secondchoice would be stainless 1/8" box tubing.