[DML] Re: Front/rear facias of fibreglass?

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Stian,

The decision to use polyurethane was to allow flexibility in low speed
impacts. The fascias can easily withstand a 5mph impact without permanent
damage. If the fascia was fiberglass the same impact would cause extensive
damage which could require replacement of the entire unit. Keep in mind the
word "glass"The problem with
warping, better known as the "eye brow" is easily corrected with the
insertion of a metal reinforcement bar. We have done many of these
installations with very good results.

DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>

Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
----- Original Message -----
From: Stian Birkeland <dmc_norway@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2000 8:13 AM
Subject: [DML] Front/rear facias of fibreglass?


>
> Anyone ever thought of making the front/rear fascias out of fibreglass? I
> think the prototype was fitted with such. The main advantage would be on
the
> front facia - it wouldn't warp the top facia over the headlights. Oh well,
> just a thought...
>
> Stian Birkeland
> NORWAY