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MNSmith, thank you! I will keep note of the dimensions for the 28" diameter tire with a 4" backspace. I would like to go to an 18" or 20" wheel with low profile tires, so hopefully that will be possible and still keep those dimensions. If not, I suppose I will deal with it. Question: What is the widest wheel that you think I could go with, 8" or 9"?

Justhorsenround, thanks for letting me know that TerryB messaged you. Question: Can you tell me what you mean by "stock offset"? That's a new term to me. Also, thanks for letting me know that the Nova is more or less the same amount of work as the Camaro clip. I'm just happy to know that the track width of the Novas are closer to the original track width of the 47-54s. Either way, I'm learning a lot here!

coilover, your reply is golden! Thank you! I will keep all of that in mind for my next build, but to be honest, I might just go with a S10 frame. Not sure yet, as I don't know much about that swap yet. Question: Do you know what years of the Nova clip fit best with the 47-54 Chevrolet frames? I now wish I would have got a Nova clip, but no turning back now that my old frame is already cut! Either way, it's a fun project that will pay off with many good memories in the end.

Thanks, guys! I really appreciate y'all taking your time to post and give your insight.

UPDATE: Yesterday, I finished cutting out the front floor panels. The new panels should be in the mail in the next week or so, but I am going to try and attach the Camaro front clip before then. I know it will greatly help having those floors out, especially when it comes to welding.

Question: Do y'all think it would be too dangerous, as far as keeping the cab square, to remove the cab with that front floor panel out? I don't have any supports welded up, yet then again, I didn't think I would need to since the front floor is the only thing missing. If it's not too dangerous, I might remove the cab to have more space to install the Camaro clip. See attached photo for more understanding (if necessary).