Claude:
We all understand your frustration, but your reactions here were childish. Thank you for getting on point, though..
Silverbolt:
I have had similar questions about what is appropriate in terms of error and gaps and the like. On the gaps - it's sort of up you. If your welder(s) can handle 1/4" gaps and still get a good structural weld, it's probably OK. I'm certainly no ASME certified welder, but for these race-cars that seems to be OK. The frames are usually overly strong, anyway.
Error is a tough problem. My justification for allowing up to 1/2" discrepancies between CAD and fab was that it didn't affect the strength of the chassis, suspension mounting, or ergo. It's a tough question to deal with, but my best advice is to ask your teammates how your fabrication methods might affect their systems.
Also - why SS? I'm very interested to find out.