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Mar 10, 2014 | 06:25 PM

gdennis

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From: Rupert Idago

Engine brace

I own a 1974 stingray convertible, does any sell an engine brace ? I get a lot of shaking on rough roads, I see they make them for c-5 & c-6.

Mar 10, 2014 | 06:29 PM

Mike Ward

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You have frame/birdcage issues. Not something that can be fixed with an 'engine brace'.

Mar 10, 2014 | 07:35 PM

gdennis

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From: Rupert Idago

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You have frame/birdcage issues. Not something that can be fixed with an 'engine brace'.

Thank's mike, I knew it was probably a frame issue, when the car is up on a hoist the doors can't be opened because of frame flexing. Old school design 40 year's ago. Gary Ennis

Mar 11, 2014 | 08:28 AM

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...Old school design 40 year's ago...

Design isn't your problem. Sounds like age and possibly rust are your problems.

Mar 11, 2014 | 10:02 AM

Alan 71

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Hi g,
Have you checked to see if the under-dash braces are in place?
Often what people feel at railroad tracks is 'cowl shake'. The braces were added to help, but not cure, that problem.
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Alan

Mar 11, 2014 | 10:27 AM

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From: cary Il

also convertibles due to their lack of roof support and structure are just kind of rickidy. coupes are much more solid.

Mar 11, 2014 | 11:30 AM

gdennis

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Thank's Allen & Mike for your information on the 1974 convertible cowl shaking.

Mar 11, 2014 | 11:53 AM

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Thank's mike, I knew it was probably a frame issue, when the car is up on a hoist the doors can't be opened because of frame flexing. Old school design 40 year's ago. Gary Ennis

This indicates a serious frame deterioration issue. Cowl braces have no effect here.