Why Choose Scott’s Hotrods’
1955-1957 Chevy Tri-Five Chassis?

Transform your 1955, 1956, or 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, 210, 150, Nomad, Sedan Delivery, or Wagon with a Scott’s Hotrods built-to-order Tri-Five chassis. Every chassis is engineered specifically for your car and your drivetrain, delivering modern handling, exceptional ride quality, and the strength to support everything from a weekend cruiser to a 1,500+ horsepower Pro Touring build. Designed and manufactured in Knoxville, Tennessee, each chassis combines proprietary Scott’s Hotrods suspension engineering, premium American-made materials, and the craftsmanship that has made Scott’s one of the industry’s leading custom chassis manufacturers.

What Makes Scott’s Hotrods’
1955-1957 Chevy Tri-Five Chassis Different?

  • Built-To-Order for every customer
  • Not a one-size-fits-all frame
  • Designed around the customer’s engine, transmission, ride height & tire size
  • Proprietary Scott’s IFS (not Mustang II)
  • Equal-length parallel 4-Bar Rear Suspension
  • Coilover or SuperSlam air suspension
  • Mandrel-Bent frame rails
  • 100% TIG welded
  • Heavy-Duty DOM control arms and link bars
  • Moser Ford 9-inch rear end
  • Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty

Scott’s Coilover Tri-5 Chassis – Starting at $14,750
Scott’s SuperSlam Tri-5 Chassis – Starting at $15,650

*MORE PRICING INFORMATION IS IN THE NEXT TABS*

Perfect For Every Type of Tri-Five Build

Whether you’re building a classic Bel Air cruiser, a slammed air ride show car, a high-horsepower LS-powered Pro Touring machine, or a modern restomod with an LT, Coyote, or Hemi engine, Scott’s Hotrods can build a chassis tailored specifically for your project. Every chassis is engineered around your exact drivetrain, ride height, wheel and tire combination, and performance goals—ensuring everything fits and performs exactly as intended.

SCOTT’S CHASSIS FEATURES  

  • Mandrel Bent 2”x4”x.120-wall tube frame rails
  • 8-Point 1-1/2” DOM tubular Chassis Crossmember
  • 1-piece 2”x4”x3/16”-wall tube IFS Crossmember
  • 100% TIG-welded
  • Scott’s IFS
  • Tubular Upper & Lower A-Arms, 1-1/8”x1/4”-wall DOM
  • Built-in Anti-Dive
  • Stainless Steel CNC Machined Fully Adjustable Upper A-Arm Rod Ends
  • Oversized, Serviceable Press-In Ball Joints
  • Standard or Drop Forged Steel Spindles
  • Aldan American Single-Adjustable Coilovers or Airbags & Shocks
  • Manual Steering Rack & Pinion
  • Scott’s 4-Bar
  • 1”-1/8”x1/4”-wall DOM tubing Link Bars (adjustable RH- & LH-Thread)
  • Stainless Steel CNC Machined Rod Ends – RH- & LH-Thread
  • 1”-1/8”x1/4”-wall DOM tubing Panhard Bar (adjustable RH- & LH-Thread)
  • FK Bearing Heim Joints – RH- & LH-Thread
  • Moser Ford 9” Housing & 31-spline axles, Fill & Drain Plug
  • Body Mounts
  • All Grade-8 Hardware
  • LIFETIME GUARANTEE

 

Scott's Hotrods Chassis Pricing 2026

ITEM/UPGRADEDESCRIPTIONPRICE
COILOVER CHASSISCOILOVER CHASSIS$14,750
SUPERSLAM CHASSISSUPERSLAM CHASSIS$15,650
REAR STEER CHASSISADD$1,000
LONG BED TRUCKADD$1,500
COILOVERSAldan American Single-Adjustable$0
RideTech Single-Adjustable$1,650
Aldan American Double-Adjustable$1,000
RideTech Triple-Adjustable$3,800
RACK & PINIONPower$330
Power Rear Steer$990
SWAY BAR1" Solid Sway Bar$390
Torsion Spline Sway Bar, FRONT$840
Torsion Spline Sway Bar, FRONT & REAR$1,680
MOTOR MOUNTSFORD MODULAR, 4.6, 5.4, 5.0$303
SBF, WINDOSR$204
BBF, 390, 427, 428$204
BBF, 429, 460$204
LT$277
LS$204
FORD, Y-BLOCK$204
SBC$185
BBC$185
318, 360, MOPAR, EARLY$216
352, 392, MOPAR, HEMI$260
318, 360, MOPAR, LATE$216
426, MOPAR, HEMI$260
HELLCAT, MOPAR$216
440, MOPAR$216
5.7, 6.1, MOPAR, HEMI$216
TRANSMISSIONTRANS MOUNT$400
SPINDLESWILWOOD PRO$430
PRO M2 HUB*$650
BRAKES (1/2"-20 STUDS)11" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$2,411
12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$2,525
13" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$4,452
14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$4,846
14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO, PRO*$5,235
15" & 14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO, PRO*$5,399
15" & 14" Slotted Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO, PRO*$5,261
PRO M2 HUB*12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$2,436
12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black 6-PISTON$2,654
13" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$4,332
14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black$4,698
14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO$5,141
15" & 14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO$5,282
15" & 14" Slotted Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO$5,282
ALUMINUM FUEL TANKTANK +SENDER$1,125
TANK +SENDER +PA-4 PUMP$1,501
TANK +SENDER +PA-6 PUMP$1,531
TANK +SENDER +PA-8 PUMP$1,561
TANK +SENDER +PA-9 PUMP$1,591
FUEL LINES - STAINLESS STEELFEED -6AN 3/8" HARDLINE$860
FEED -6AN & RETURN -6AN 3/8" HARDLINE$1,415
FEED -8AN 1/2" & RETURN -6AN 3/8" HARDLINE$1,600
FEED -8AN & RETURN -8AN 1/2" HARDLINE$1,815
BRAKE LINES - STAINLESS STEELSTAINLESS BRAKE LINES +FLEX LINES$1,290
REAR ENDMOSER M9 FAB, 35-SPLINE $225
BACK BRACE$250
FULL-FLOATER 31-spline, FAB Housing, Back Brace$2,500
WATT'S LINK $1,155
WaveTrac 3rd member (31 or 35-spline)$2,160
Powder Coated 3rd Member$120
REM FINISH Gears$165
POWDER COATINGCHASSIS BLACK. Includes Reassembly. WET Assembly IF being picked up.$3,300
ACCESSORIESGUNI Wheels (set of 4)$840
POWER STEERING LINE KIT$185
PARKING BRAKE CABLES$170
STEERING LINKAGE KIT (U-JOINTS, STEERING SHAFT, INTERMEDIATE HEIM & BUNG)$425
WILWOOD COMPACT MASTER CYLINDER, BLACK$350
SCOTT'S FUEL CAP$94
CHASSIS ASSEMBLYSTANDARD. BRAKES, AXLES & 3RD MEMBER STAY IN BOXES$0
DRY ASSEMBLY, ROLLER. BRAKES, AXLES & 3RD MEMBER INSTALLED.$650
CHASSIS CRATINGNEW 2x6" & 4x4" Wood All Screwed Together (Standard Assembly ONLY)$1,350

 

*Ford Rear Sump Oil Pan Required
*GM Performance Parts LS Engine Oil Pan 12628771

Need help configuring your chassis?

✔ Engine

✔ Transmission

✔ Ride Height

✔ Wheel Size

✔ Rear End

Talk with a Scott’s chassis specialist: 865-951-2081

Scott's Hotrods Build-A-Chassis

A qualified professional mechanic or fabricator with the technical understanding of product function and installation procedures must install all Scott’s Hotrods products.

We stand behind ALL of the parts we manufacture.  Other parts that we do not manufacture such as brakes, steering racks, ball joints, brake flex lines, power steering lines, etc carry their own manufacturer’s warranties.  We are not responsible for these items outside of their original warranty.

All of Scott’s Hotrods manufactured parts are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials & workmanship for the lifetime of the part. Scott’s Hotrods Warranty is non-transferable.

GM Performance Parts LS Engine Oil Pan 12628771
Holley 302-2 LS Swap Pan

Borgeson Steering Linkage Kit

Scott’s Hotrods Power Steering Line Kit

Scott’s Hotrods Billet Door Handles & Window Cranks

Scott’s Hotrods Billet Drive-By-Wire LS Gas Pedal

Scott’s Hotrods Billet Exhaust Hangers

 

Mandrel Bent Tri-Five Coilover Chassis

Mandrel Bent Tri-Five SuperSlam Chassis

Tri-Five Engine & Trans Placement

Why Buy a Scott’s Hotrods Tri-Five Chassis?

Instead of adapting a universal frame to fit your car, Scott’s builds every chassis specifically for your 1955-1957 Chevrolet. That means better fitment, improved suspension geometry, superior handling, and fewer installation headaches. From the proprietary independent front suspension to the proven 4-Bar rear suspension and premium American-made components, every detail is engineered for long-term reliability and performance. Whether your goal is a comfortable cruiser, a show-winning custom, or a track-capable Pro Touring build, Scott’s Hotrods delivers one of the most complete Tri-Five chassis packages available today.

A Scott’s Hotrods 1955-1957 Chevy Tri-Five chassis is the foundation for a truly modern classic. Whether you’re restoring a 1955 Chevy Bel Air, building a 1956 Chevy 210, finishing a 1957 Chevy Nomad, or creating a custom Tri-Five restomod, every chassis is built specifically for your vehicle and your performance goals. Unlike universal frames, our built-to-order custom Chevy chassis is engineered around your engine, transmission, suspension, ride height, and wheel and tire package to ensure exceptional fit, performance, and reliability.

From comfortable weekend cruisers to aggressive Pro Touring Tri-Five builds, Scott’s Hotrods chassis deliver the handling, strength, and craftsmanship serious enthusiasts expect. Our proprietary Independent Front Suspension, proven parallel 4-Bar rear suspension, and choice of coilover or SuperSlam air ride suspension provide outstanding ride quality while accommodating everything from traditional small block combinations to modern LS, LT, and Hemi powerplants. If you’re looking for the ultimate 1955 Chevy chassis, 1956 Chevy chassis, 1957 Chevy chassis, or premium Tri-Five chassis for your Bel Air, 210, 150, Wagon, Sedan Delivery, or Nomad, Scott’s Hotrods delivers a complete solution engineered to perform for decades to come.

Scott’s Hotrods is your trusted source for premium custom chassis no matter what you drive. In addition to our 1955-1957 Chevy Tri-Five chassis, we manufacture built-to-order chassis for hundreds of American vehicles from 1925 through 1987, including Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Dodge, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Mercury, and more. Every Scott’s chassis is engineered around your vehicle, drivetrain, suspension preferences, and performance goals, then precision-built in Knoxville, Tennessee using premium American-made materials. From comfortable weekend cruisers to award-winning Pro Touring builds, Scott’s Hotrods delivers the strength, performance, and craftsmanship serious builders demand.

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