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Topic: adding torque boxs
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Mike65
Gearhead Posts: 1729
From: Columbia,NJ, USA. 65 Fastback, 69 Coupe MCA #-04549
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 02-03-2002 02:21 PM
   
I need a litle help on a question on my 65 Fastback. I am in the process of replacing the full floors on both sides & I was wondering if I should add toque boxs from a covertablr like MM did on their Coupe project in the March 2000 issue before I replace the toe boards. Will I notice any difference or not?. I will also be adding frame rail connectors, an exprot brace, & a monte carlo bar. Thanks in advance for your valued opinions.------------------
Mike & Robin
65 Mustang Fastback
69 Mustang Coupe
87 LTD CV
96 Ranger Extd Cab PU
99 Explorer Sport
M&M #- 890
MCA #- 4549
www.mike65.mustangsandmore.ws
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 5518
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 02-03-2002 03:32 PM
IMNSHO-think that is a great idea. Look at this way. 65-6 had none, 67 had one (they were starting to learn!-hello!} and by 68, they had two. T-boxes add structural rigidity to the cowl area and reduce twist and would even, God forbid, provide some extra strength in case of a t-bone hit. It's probably not practical, but...convertible inner frame rails would REALLY tighten things up-like sub frame connectors. Putting tboxes in is not that hard on a cpe/fb-what's sh*tty is having to cut out the rotten ones on a cv!
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SundanceKid
Gearhead Posts: 853
From: UT
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 02-05-2002 03:34 AM
See, now it's the cuttin out the rusted ones on CV's coment that makes me thin about it! LOL I plan on instaling subframe conectors and I am running some 1x2 or 2 1/2 square tubing to a driveline loop (5" round circle)lateraly to stiffen and make custom seat mounts think I should install the torque boxes too? Wonder how much my car will weigh after all of this is done? LOL
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Scott (69Mach)
Gearhead Posts: 416
From: Walnut Creek, CA USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 02-05-2002 07:32 PM
Get enough metal mass under there and you won't need that lowering kit you were secretly thinking about...
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SundanceKid
Gearhead Posts: 853
From: UT
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 02-05-2002 11:01 PM
I'll just use the torque boxes as skid plates when my car drags on the frame! 
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