Dorman - OE Solutions Frame Repair Kit P/N:523-217
Repair a rusted or damaged rear frame section without buying an entire chassis with the Dorman - OE Solutions Frame Repair Kit 523-218. It's a specific-fit replacement for the rear left and rear right frame sections of the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2500, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, and 1999-2004 GMC Sierra 2500 [All engines]. This multi-piece kit supplies frame brackets and a tube to rebuild a corroded or accident-damaged section, offering a lower-cost alternative to a full frame.
Precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components and quality-tested for fit, performance, and durability. Country of origin: India. Because welding is involved, this repair is best carried out by a qualified technician.
What vehicles does the 523-218 kit fit?
It's a specific-fit repair for the rear frame section of the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2500, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, and 1999-2004 GMC Sierra 2500.
What's included in the kit?
The multi-piece kit includes straight frame brackets and a tube, along with grade 10.9 bolts. Rivets and screws are not included.
Does installation require welding or cutting?
Yes. Cutting is required and welding equipment is needed to install this section. Drilling is not required. Because of the welding involved, professional installation is recommended.
What is it made of?
The kit is made from steel and finished in a weldable primer for added protection. Material thickness is 3 mm and the bracket length is 1100 mm.
Why use a repair kit instead of a full frame?
Repairing only the rusted or damaged rear section is a lower-cost alternative to buying a complete new frame, while restoring that section of the chassis.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.