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Sky11
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 30, 2007 7:53 pm    Post subject: Thing front "shock absorber mounting stud" Reply with quote

Where can I find Thing front lower trailing arm shock absorber "mounting studs"?
My studs are stripped and bent and need replacing.
What is the preferred method of repair if replacement parts are not available?
Bentley Workshop Manual recomends using a 0.5mm oversize stud to maintain the press fit.

Thanks, Rick
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 30, 2007 9:23 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have never seen that part offered new.

Check with a machine shop about taking one out of a beetle arm.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 31, 2007 9:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Me neither-you may have to buy a used arm
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 31, 2007 10:49 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

i have seen replacement stds before the way to replace them is the control arm has a pin drove threw them that locks the stud in place it will need to be removed maybe have to drill it out and then use a actlene torch and heat the stud and use some vise grips to turn it out
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