dumb front subframe question
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Think about where the load goes should you fit a plastic front end.
cheers, Ian
Well, it is really a bit structural while you're mobile.
There's a damn good reason you need brace bars from the bulkhead to the front subframe mount when doing a flip front...
I had the teardrops rot out and fail on Betty, and the difference once the front of the 'frame was tied into the car again was palpable.
Having said that, while stationary and level, you can normally pull the bolt out and replace it easily - ironically jacking the car up forces the 'frame up and snags the bolt.
Teardrops and rubber mounts are just not part of my world.
Cheers, Ian
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Think about where the load goes should you fit a plastic front end.
cheers, Ian
Well, it is really a bit structural while you're mobile.
There's a damn good reason you need brace bars from the bulkhead to the front subframe mount when doing a flip front...
I had the teardrops rot out and fail on Betty, and the difference once the front of the 'frame was tied into the car again was palpable.
Having said that, while stationary and level, you can normally pull the bolt out and replace it easily - ironically jacking the car up forces the 'frame up and snags the bolt.
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Think about where the load goes should you fit a plastic front end.
cheers, Ian
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Think about where the load goes should you fit a plastic front end.
cheers, Ian
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can I remove/replace the one subframe bolt without a jack or should I support the body and subframe while pulling the bolt?
thanks
steve