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rear cross member replacement
muddyweb:
Don't remove the tub, leave it on there to help you align the cross member.
Cut a couple of holes in the rear floor above the chassis for welding access and then make up some covers to put back in.
muddysteve:
and try not to set fire to it this time :wink:
Steve
davidlandy:
we welded one in not long ago to a 90 and didnt remove the tub - as Tim says the holes help you line it all up.
we also drilled thru the old chassis and bolted it on first then welded around the edges. belt and braces!
took about 6 hrs, but 4 if you have a decent drill bit!
Matt_H:
well it all sounds pretty straight forward... I'll have the fire extinguisher on hand this time!
Custom inspection covers seems like a good idea!
I noticed paddocks sell two different kinds, one which is described as 'basic' and one which has extensions.. Would I be right in thinking the one with extensions is so you can chop more of the original chasis legs out?
Your help as always very much appreciated!
Matthew
davidlandy:
get the one with extensions
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