I think I would rather have a frame which is flexible than one that is too rigid. From what I understand, a vehicle frame doesn't just carry the load above it -- it absorbs engine and driveline torque, endures shock loading, and accommodates twisting on uneven road surfaces. I think the DeLorean frame was probably the best of all possible options at the time -- rigid enough and yet flexible enough to perform adequately, not heavier than it needed to be, and self-sacrificial in the event of an accident. Farrar Hudkins #2613 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnewsYahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: dmcnews-digest@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx dmcnews-fullfeatured@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/