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degree of torsional stiffness. This is achieved by These reinforcements can be installed in the area Special constructional changes within the bodywork • Reinforcing or increase in the thickness of the sheet steel in the pillar area. • Reinforcing or increase in the thickness of the sheet steel in the floor pan structure (rocker • Use of heavily structured reinforcing panels in the rocker panel and pillar area. • In the area of the windshield frame and A-pillars, thick-walled reinforcing tubes are used (roll-over • Because there is no roof, the bridge construction principle cannot be used as it is on the saloon Non-monocoque bodywork Non-monocoque bodywork is built onto a frame or Description Des cript ion Vehicle body. 1 Frame Assembly 2 Bolted connection 3 The ladder frame is still commonly used today for More sporting vehicles can be built with G468066en 501-25- 14 Body Repairs - General Information 501-25- 14 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 201 |