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Old 01-09-2010, 07:09 PM   #16 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by winkosmosis View Post
It's not only cosmetic though. The "diamonds" are raised so they add rigidity
Actually, Gentlemen, speaking as a former Aluminum & Alloy Specialist for Ryerson Steel in Dallas Tx, the 'diamond pattern' has NOTHING to do with strength or rigidity. Material with that pattern is for steps and for walking on.
it is 'somewhat' slip resistant. That's it!
The ONLY purpose that ANY metal (added) under the car is good for is a skid plate in front of an OVERLY exposed oil pan.....and even then only a 1ft by 2ft piece MAX.

Coroplast (corogated) is the superior off the shelf product. (and yellow is not the only color!!! lol)

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