[DML] Re: Lower suspention arms?

[nicholden@xxxxxxxxx]

Thanks Toby i thought that was the case. In regards to my tow hooks 
they are both bent back the opposite way, don't know how this could 
have happened?! I was going to get them ground off and re-positioned 
anyway but with maybe a stronger design. The front control arms were 
in a bit of a mess also as it looks like the car had been tied down 
by them hence the metal was torn. After a few hours on the welder i 
have them back to straight and have plated the lower section of the 
arm (near the frame) to strengthen it up also. Good idea with the 
frame, I think i will get them to trim the edge back slightly were 
the control arm contacts to try elimanate this. 

cheers Nick 10927 - australia




Message: 18        
   Date: Mon, 19 Jul 2004 04:05:18 -0000
   From: tobyp@xxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: Lower suspention arms?

Nick - The theory is that the shock extension is supposed to stop 
the lower control arm before it contacts the frame.  However, this 
is only a theory as I have seen this type of damage on many cars, 
including Winged1.  I suspect that aftermarket shocks may contribute 
to the problem, as well as worn bushings at either end of the 
shocks.  If you are completely stripping and powdercoating the 
frame, it would be nice to change things a bit to eliminate the 
interference.  Unfortunately, the forward tow hooks are right there, 
so simply trimming the frame might not be the best idea.  If you 
could get your shop to move the tow hooks inboard a bit, a *smooth* 
trim on that edge would be okay from a structural standpoint.  
Another problem with this interference is that it creates a "close 
couple" (think nutcracker) on the lower control arm, which can bend 
the arm easily.  This can be a problem from a fatigue cracking 
perspective if the arm is crushed locally from contact with the 
frame.  Let us know what you decide to do.

Toby Peterson  VIN 2248 "Winged1"
DeLorean Parts Northwest, LLC
www.delorean-parts.com 








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