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Crusader
MC-8
MAINTENANCE
DATf_J_ul~y,_19_73 _ _ ] ·
MANUAL
BODY
BODY
SIDEWALL CONSTRUCTION
Construction of the coach sidewalls is shown
below. The sidewall consists of a welded steel
framework with a stainless steel or aluminum exterior
panel, on aluminum structural inner panel and a
second dimpled interior panel. The space between
the interior str.uctural and dimpled panels serves as a
duct for the heating and air conditioning systems.
Panels are riveted to the frame structure. Presstite
is used to separate panels from the steel framework.
CONSTRUCTION
The body is of the integral "monocoque" type.
Framework is 16 and I 8 gauge steel covered with
epoxy primer above floor line and where subject to
corrosion is stainless steel before floor line. The
frame structure is fully welded and is properly braced
and reinforced as necessary.
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ROOF
Front roof cap is I /8" thick molded fibreglass and
incorporates molded indentations for lamps. Main
roof panels are .051" high tensile aluminum prestret-
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Sidewall Construction
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