Cinnamon 75 Duster \
July 2011
I cut the old drivers pan out first. The frame underneath was not real bad, but was definitely weakened by rust from years of water getting through floor pan holes. (I now know that was coming from wiper pivots and windshield leaks, which still need to be fixed, but I keep a tarp on it). I added metal to the inside of the frame for extra strength before putting the new pans in. I considered replacing the frame or sections of it, but I am keeping the 6cyl, so not adding weight , torque etc. ItÂ’s probably stronger now than it was new. The floor rust went forward beyond the new pan on both sides so made patches for that. I did have pics of the frame work , but all I can find now are the ones that were taken on my phone. I think my computer ate a whole folder of car pics.
July 2011
I cut the old drivers pan out first. The frame underneath was not real bad, but was definitely weakened by rust from years of water getting through floor pan holes. (I now know that was coming from wiper pivots and windshield leaks, which still need to be fixed, but I keep a tarp on it). I added metal to the inside of the frame for extra strength before putting the new pans in. I considered replacing the frame or sections of it, but I am keeping the 6cyl, so not adding weight , torque etc. ItÂ’s probably stronger now than it was new. The floor rust went forward beyond the new pan on both sides so made patches for that. I did have pics of the frame work , but all I can find now are the ones that were taken on my phone. I think my computer ate a whole folder of car pics.