connecters

[Gordon WParticipant @gordonw]

A bit more on topic than some– I'm planning to make a new body (van) for my 2CV. I am trying to find jointers for square tube, steel and ally, 3/4" to 11/2" 20 to 40 mm. I've looked all over but all I can find are plastic, for shelfs and such like. Anyone know of steel /alloy ones ?

[Gordon WParticipant @gordonw]

[michael darbyParticipant @michaeldarby61557]

Hi,I dont think they make them

[Keith LongParticipant @keithlong89920]

Gordon, have a look at Dexion Speedframe. Pretty sure that used metal connectors that fitted into the tubes with plastic inserts. For "temporary" structures you used to just knock them together with a mallet, but for more permanent set-ups it advised drilling and putting a fastener through to pin everything in place.

Keith

Also just found this link which might be what you're after, steel core, nylon coated.

Edited By Keith Long on 12/04/2016 16:45:11

[mechman48Participant @mechman48]

2CV's or jointers…

[Speedy Builder5Participant @speedybuilder5]

Steel and aluminum together don't last long without special precautions. (Electrolytic erosion – rust). Even Al pop rivets in steel corrode away very quickly – especially on 2CVs. I know to my cost !!
BobH (1963 Fourgonnette 2CV)

[Gordon WParticipant @gordonw]

Thanks for the input, I found the steel/plastic coated already. I do know about corrosion ! I'm thinking now about making the connectors from square bar. steel will be a lot cheaper but heavier. At the moment this is only a thought process. I have 2 modern chassis, 3 good engines, 4 g/boxs etc. but no body parts in usable condition. Thinking along the lines of Mehari jeep type body, not so much bending. Also have a g/box running in reverse so could resurect 4 wheel drive.

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