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  1. Hydroformer

    Project management software????

    We use MS-Project. It does alot of things you'll likely never use but it certainly does everything you will use. *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
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    Automotive Platform Lists

    You should be able to pull that through Powerway(.com), GMsupplypower(.com), or covisint(.com). If you don't have access, ask your OEM for a matrix. *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
  3. Hydroformer

    Carbon fibre road wheels?

    Carbon-Fiber rims need tweels... http://www.michelinman.com/difference/releases/pressrelease01102005a.html *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
  4. Hydroformer

    Steel for Fineblanking-Low Distortion

    Is the contact point static or dynamic ? I imagine dynamic because of the fine-blank edge. If so, kinda sounds like a cam and follower application. I can't remember the mat'l type but GM truck hinges with an internal checker use this set-up. Buy a service part and have the cam analyzed. I...
  5. Hydroformer

    Multiple Machine Alignment

    Depending on accuracy required, I've used: - chalk line - high tension wire - surveyor's transit - laser - portable CMM (faro) *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
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    Car body modification

    Testing would likely start with NVH (natural vehicle harmonics) longitudinal and torsional, using the unmodified vehicle as a benchmark. *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
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    runout tolerance

    MechEng13-"I would have to Third that checking for runout in a V-Block is not a good practice." And a fourth to that... There are tri-lobe shapes that will read 0.0 run-out in a 90deg V-block. I remember reading somewhere about using a 60deg V-block then a 90 and comparing the results...
  8. Hydroformer

    True Position of non-circular features

    Can you define the T-shape as a 4-way datum and tolerance the position of the circular disc (LMC) ? *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
  9. Hydroformer

    OEM Initial engine break-in procedure.

    I am by no means an authority on this but in my experience I've seen that: at the engine plant, engines are fired up with a natural gas / propane fuel hood brought down on the manifold. Run time is only a few seconds (just to verify start-up). At the build plant: cars are driven off the line and...
  10. Hydroformer

    Can anyone tell me anything about bending tube ?

    Your best solution... contract the job to me :) *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
  11. Hydroformer

    Vehcile Co-ordinate System

    My $0.02... I've seen the most convenient origins at the center of the front wheel spindles. *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
  12. Hydroformer

    Anyone else using FaroÆs new Laser Scanner?

    I haven't used their scanner, but I've used their 'gold' 8ft arm. Our application was somewhat unique, they even wrote an article about it. I agree that Faro's tech support was great. We had a lot of trouble with the computers they supplied but particularly the software. I had the feeling we...
  13. Hydroformer

    QA Info on Drawings

    In automotive we identify 'key and/or critical characteristics' on the print. These can include safety items, fit or functional items, etc. that must be met (and monitored) for compliance. Additional checks (risk management) are applied to these elements. This is the design team's way of...
  14. Hydroformer

    DOE Resources

    Sounds like you're in search of Taguchi methodology ?? http://www.itl.nist.gov/div898/handbook/pri/section5/pri56.htm *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
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    Unusual tire construction

    Yeah, that's the one... I forgot about the unfortunate name (Lol Greg). I picture yahoos on motorcycles pulling "Tweelies". *Without data, you're just another person with an opinion.* Hydroformer
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