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Re: [T3] Bumper Questions


on 2/9/2003 2:54 PM, Jim Adney at jadney@vwtype3.org wrote:

> When the bumper starts to collapse, it forces that U-tube back against the
> front axle beam. The axle beam IS a heavy strong piece that is gripped by a
> major structural member of the body, so this transfers a LOT of force to
> something stronger. The actual front bumper brackets, like the rears, are also
> just bolted to thin sheet metal and have very little strength.

Is it true that the U tube was added to push the fuel tank up out of the way
rather than crushing it in an accident?

Ben Doughney

'63 1200 - Ringo
'71 1600TL
'65 1500N - Val

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