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13:54 Apr 7, 2009
English to French translations [PRO] Tech/Engineering - Automotive / Cars & Trucks Additional field(s): Mechanics / Mech Engineering
English term or phrase:crossmember
Definition from carlist.com: This component of a frame (or subframe), usually placed transversly, connects to and strengthens longitudinal frame rails.
Example sentence(s):
The method used to reduce the castor angle is to rotate the crossmember towards the front of the vehicle by providing a precisely stainless steel packing piece between the front crossmember fixing points and the underside of the chassis leg. V8 Register of the MG Car Club
The crossmember comes removable in some cars while in other units, they come as a part of the car’s body. But this doesn’t change the purpose of the crossmember; whether removable or fixed, crossmembers are installed in the vehicle to provide greater ground clearance which is very important especially in going through rough trails. Auto Parts Wholesale
The center laser projects up past the front of the chassis and can be used to align with the front crossmember, chassis front stub, and front tires. Circle Track
Definition from own experience or research: Une traverse est une barre ou pièce rigide, disposée en travers, servant à assembler ou à consolider des montants, des barreaux.
Sources : Dictionnaire technique de l'automobile + Le Petit Robert 2006 + expérience
Example sentence(s):
Que veut dire "déformation importante de la traverse arrière"?
Je compte acheter une voiture, seulement sur le contrôle technique de la voiture, on lit "déformation importante de la traverse arrière". Que dois-je en penser? - Aut-évasion
sub-editor France Local time: 13:05 Native speaker of: French PRO pts in category: 8
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