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Steve B[_4_] Steve B[_4_] is offline
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Default building jeep frame


"mark" wrote in message
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My original jeep CJ-7 frame has rusted out and I was thinking of
building a new one from aluminum. Would 2 X 4 X 1/4 wall (if that is
even available) box tubing have the equivalent strength of the stock
1/8" wall steel frame? I would like aluminum because it will last
forever, no need of any paints etc..., very easy to work with and
cheaper than building a steel one and having it galvanized. My second
choice would be stainless 1/8" box tubing.


I don't think a frame made of that tiny tubing would be very good.

Steve g