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M series inner sills

Discussion in '206/246' started by jvj, Jan 27, 2016.

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  1. jvj

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    #1 jvj, Jan 27, 2016
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    We're doing the inner sills on #01616GT. Anyone know if these 2 straight folds are correct or is the profile a gentle curve to the floor on M series cars? Many thanks for any advice.
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  2. Nuvolari

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    #2 Nuvolari, Jan 27, 2016
    The sills as you have them are perfectly correct. The folds give stiffness to the sill which is why they are there. It is next to impossible to note this detail once the car is finished because the sills receive a thin layer of foam and are then covered in leather or Dino vinyl (depending on the trimming spec for the car). The thickness of the two materials on top of the steel sill will give the illusion of a gentle curve which is why you cannot judge the correct shape of the sill by looking at the photos of finished cars.
     
  3. jvj

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    #3 jvj, Jan 28, 2016
    Thank you Rob, I knew I could rely on you!
    I was hoping they were original (sure look it underneath) but also look like they've been off at some time. New foam and the original nero vinyl will go back on.
    Hope that snow storm didn't get to you and best wishes for more fun times with #01464 soon.
    Many thanks again,
    Vince
     

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