[CHP 3705]

I agree, these defects are repairable & everyone has their own idea as to how they should be repaired. They are as previously mentioned very common. I worked at a FLM dealership from 1982-96. These cracks started showing up in the early 80's. I repaired several at the dealership. That's what prompted the reinforcements. Another contributing factor along with the owners stature is how the owner gets into the car. Alot of people "fall" into the car to get in. Then they push against the seat back to straighten themselves up putting stress on the front seat bolts and of course causing the famous seat back "twist". The repair on your car is one of the better looking ones. I've seen some that looked like someone used an arc welder to do the job. I had a low mileage 91 GT once that the previous owner just kept dumping oil dry on the floor to soak up the water leaking in because of the cracks in the floor. When the car makers went to the HSLA steel is when this kind of thing really started showing up. For all the hard use these cars get in service and the abuse they get in civilian life, they hold up very well. Doug