Do we think Aluminum body panels will be used for the panels? They have great protection against rust and other corrosions.
Are Aluminum Body Panels on the drawing board?
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Great question. I have figured steel all along, but aluminum would be great. I know a lot of body shops had initial concerns when the F150 switched. But, I do not hear much about that any more. I have heard that Scout is all in on rust protection, and that rust is not a happy memory from legacy Scouts.
Good question. Leaving the rusty memories behind would benefit everyone.
Would help with overall weight too
My Mini is all Aluminum panels. I love it since i never have to worry about rust eating it out. Especially since it live out in the salty beach air.
But also I'm in for any rust protection.
But also I'm in for any rust protection.
Says you! Many hours were spent happily watching stuff on the ground turn into a blur through the rust holes in the floor of dear old Scoutsie. No seatback entertainment in the eighties.
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