Longitudinal Member Connecting Cross Member
SKU:
673008183
$196.00
- Type: A specialized, high-strength structural component designed to reinforce or bridge the connection between a main longitudinal frame rail (running front-to-back) and a significant cross member (running side-to-side) of the vehicle’s unibody chassis. It is part of the “body-in-white” structure.
- Function: The primary functions of this connecting member are crucial for the overall integrity and performance of the vehicle’s chassis:
- Structural Reinforcement: Enhances the strength and rigidity of the critical joint between major structural components, preventing flex and improving load distribution.
- Torsional Rigidity: Contributes significantly to the vehicle’s overall torsional stiffness, which is essential for precise handling, steering response, and a comfortable ride by minimizing body twist.
- Crashworthiness: Plays a vital role in the vehicle’s energy absorption during collisions, particularly in frontal or offset impacts, by ensuring effective load paths and helping to maintain the integrity of the passenger safety cell.
- Alignment Retention: Helps maintain the precise geometric alignment of the chassis, which is critical for suspension and powertrain performance.
- Components: Typically a precisely stamped and formed component made from high-strength steel or a lightweight alloy. It is designed with specific contours, mounting holes, and flanges for welding and/or structural adhesive bonding to the larger longitudinal and cross members.
- Location: Integrated into the vehicle’s underbody structure, at a key intersection point where a longitudinal frame rail meets a cross member. Its exact position (e.g., front, middle, or rear section of the underbody) would be determined by its specific design and the vehicle’s structural layout.
- Material: Constructed from advanced high-strength steels (AHSS), Ultra-High Strength Steels (UHSS), or aluminum alloys, chosen for their superior strength-to-weight ratio and ability to manage impact forces.
- Design: Meticulously engineered to fit the intricate structural architecture of the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte, ensuring maximum contribution to chassis strength and compliance with stringent safety standards.
Spare Wheel Compartment
SKU:
673006258
$295.00
- Type: A dedicated, recessed area within the vehicle’s trunk (boot) floor, specifically designed to securely house either a full-size spare wheel, a temporary/space-saver spare wheel, or in some configurations, a tire repair kit and associated tools.
- Function: The primary functions of this spare wheel compartment include:
- Secure Storage: Provides a designated and stable location for the spare tire and/or emergency tire repair equipment, preventing it from shifting or rattling during driving.
- Space Optimization: Integrates the spare wheel or kit efficiently into the vehicle’s structure, minimizing intrusion into usable trunk space.
- Noise & Vibration Isolation: Often includes sound-deadening materials or a design that helps to absorb road noise and vibrations from the rear of the vehicle.
- Protection: Shields the spare tire and tools from external elements and potential damage from luggage or cargo in the trunk.
- Structural Contribution: As part of the rear floor pan, it contributes to the overall rigidity and crashworthiness of the vehicle’s rear structure.
- Components: Typically a stamped steel or composite molded panel forming the well shape, often with provisions for a hold-down bolt or strap. It usually does not include the spare wheel/tire, jack, lug wrench, or the trunk floor mat that covers it, as these are separate items.
- Location: Integrated into the rear section of the vehicle’s underbody, forming the lowest point of the trunk floor.
- Material: Primarily constructed from stamped high-strength steel or a robust composite material, chosen for its durability, ability to withstand loads, and contribution to the vehicle’s structural integrity.
- Design: Precisely engineered to fit the dimensions of the intended spare wheel or repair kit for the Maserati Ghibli, ensuring a snug and secure fit, and seamless integration with the overall trunk floor and rear chassis design.