How important is the subframe?
The purpose of using a subframe in an automobile is to distribute high local loads over a wider area of the body structure (most relevant in thin-walled monocoque body designs) and to isolate vibration and harshness from the rest of the body. The subframes are bolted or welded to the vehicle body.
What makes up the subframe of a car?
As the name implies, the subframe is a smaller metal support structure within a larger vehicle body. The subframe usually braces integral parts of the car, such as drivetrain, suspension or engine.
Where can I buy used subframes in the UK?
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Why is my subframe on my car rusted?
Cars spend most of their time outside amidst the elements, so rust can quickly begin to form on nearly any part of the body. As the name implies, the subframe is a smaller metal support structure within a larger vehicle body. The subframe usually braces integral parts of the car, such as drivetrain, suspension or engine.
Why are axle subframes used in chassis assembly?
They are highly suitable for the assembly of relatively complex chassis parts such as axle subframes because of their formability and strength, weldability and the fact that there is no need for quenching for age hardening (which would be detrimental for the required consistent geometrical tolerances).
Can you raise the subframe on a track car?
Most ppl will tell you to raise the car.. but wheres the fun in that! Anyway what you CAN do is correct the roll centre at the rear by raising the subframe up into the body by half an inch and effectibly flush mounting it. this way you can have a lowered car and correct the roll centre back to where nissan intended (somewhat). Just a question.
What happens when you paint the subframe of a car?
Once you get things treated with the paint not only is the unsightly rust no longer visible but the rusting process is halted so you don’t have to worry about further corrosion weakening your subframe. I did the same thing to the rear end of the car after backing it up on the ramps.
Is it bad to have rust on subframe?
I noticed while giving the car my post-purchase once-over that there was quite a bit surface rust on the subframe. Although the site of rust on your car isn’t ideal it’s usually not something to cause concern unless it has started to corrode away the metal completely and there are large flakes of metal that can be taken off with ease.
What can I do to my subframe to make it lower?
Anyway what you CAN do is correct the roll centre at the rear by raising the subframe up into the body by half an inch and effectibly flush mounting it. this way you can have a lowered car and correct the roll centre back to where nissan intended (somewhat). Just a question.