Its a 77 - at least I think it is.... it was made from 2 cars.... its
registered as a 77.... but parts could be from another year ... so I
cant say for sure what bit is which...
Talking of bracing - in the courier this (or last) month there was an
interesting article about the torsional strength of the Spitfire frame.
Someone did a big test on the frame... to see how it could be improved
and where the weak points are.
It suggested welding a section to accross the frame - I think it was
approximatly where the gearbox is. If anyone wants me to scan this
information I will. It was a very interesting article - and could help
anybody out who is currently redoing their frame.
James
Larry Vaughan wrote:
> What year is your Spit? It looks like my '73, bumpers etc. I have been
>thinking of setting my '73 body on my '77 frame. The '77 frame has
>outriggers to brace the trunk floor.
> Would the extra bracing have helped in this situation?
> I'm glad you are well enough to email your experience.
>
>Larry
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