Don't forget that you can put external sleeves if necessary. NHRA requires
reinforcement at butt welded joints.
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At 08:43 AM 3/29/2006 -0700, Glen Barrett wrote:
>Otto
>I would not run a chassis with butt welded joints, over the years I have
>seen many broken and cracked welds. There is so much twisting and flexing on
>a chassis at any track surface you are asking for problems. Talk it Joe
>Timney at Delaware chassis and get his in put. From the topic on your car it
>sounds very flexie. Your safety and that of others come first.
>The rule book states it's up to the builder to show proof of the
>design/strength and safety of the chassis.
>2006 rule book page 16 pp 2.C
>
>Glen
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