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Old May 1, 2005 | 01:43 PM
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Default strut brace on a S2

ok how to fit one. ive got konis adjustables shocks and the sparco one ive got requitres holes drilling through the turret. is this right what nuts/bolts, sizes do i use????
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Old May 1, 2005 | 06:49 PM
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yes thats right

use self tappers... and use rust prevention methods whilst doing the installation
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Old May 1, 2005 | 07:51 PM
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spray-wax,
dont know if you need to take the plazzy wing (arch under wings) off,and use bolts???
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Old May 2, 2005 | 10:49 AM
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Default does that weaken the structure

doesnt using self tappers weaken the whole stiffness of the strut brace effect??? as ur only using the strength of the threads of the self tappers to keep it in place??? also the holes seem to line up along the seam on the turret does this cause problems???

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use nuts and bolts for best result

but more work is required
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Old May 2, 2005 | 11:05 AM
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Default more work???

more work????
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Old May 2, 2005 | 11:10 AM
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got to get inside the wheel arch

alloy wheel off, then wheel arch plastic off then drill and bolt through

as opposed to just self-tap screws in from top
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Old May 2, 2005 | 11:18 AM
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what type bolts and nuts would u recommend??? is their a particular angle the brace needs to sit or will it sit only one way????

sorry to be a pain but im useless!!!!
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Old May 2, 2005 | 11:21 AM
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just sit it flat, and not tilted at any angle...

make sure its a nice flush flat fit on the struts etc...!

plated or stainless steel nuts and bolts... M6 size i think
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Old May 2, 2005 | 11:23 AM
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cheers mate top notch!!!!
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