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bodywork for which we are well known and which we promote extensively because of its highly desirable qualities—it is rot, corrosion and moisture proof, hygienic and has excellent durability and load bearing capabilities. In our designs such an aluminium plank floor will carry a load of between 380 and 460 lb/sq ft and, at the rear loading point, this rises to over 1,500 lb/sq ft.
Its use does not necessarily reduce the bodyv,Teight, nor is it cheaper than conventional timber or plywood. We use it because it is superior and represents better value for money.
I do not doubt that the writer of the article was unaware of the implication when he quoted the " example " but I am sure you will wish to correct it by a prominent statement of the facts or publication of this letter. ANTHONY EVANS,
Sales and Marketing Director, Coachwork Conversions Ltd, Colne, Lancs.
[This practice was mentioned by a long-established member of