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Very useful "how to" on lower torque box install

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Mustangcwo

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I had all the lower reinforcement installed when I had the subframe connectors welded in place. Cost me $285 for the install. If I could weld, could have saved some cashiesh. I still need to reinforce the uppers, but I think I'll just finish the tac welding job around the current plates.

If I rip them out, then Orange can tell me...."I told you so"
 
orange395w

orange395w

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Mustangcwo said:
If I rip them out, then Orange can tell me...."I told you so"
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I always do, lol

Anyway, just a tip. For the uppers you'll have to remove the control arms to get in and clean the metal. You will also need some carb or brake cleaner to get rid of all of the grime built up in between the 2 plates. I tried welding a little of the uppers a couple of days ago and the welder kept pulling the dirt out from between and making my welds pop, so I stopped until I get some cleaner and some better tools to clean the paint off metal in some of the nooks and crannies.
 
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Mustangcwo

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The axle tube welding is crazy, but a great idea. I didn't even think about getting that section of the rear firmed up.

I'll be launching like a rocket to MARS!!!!!
 
Foxman

Foxman

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My torque boxes were installed when i did the 4cyl swap... Got my parts for 60 bucks... It did my upper and lowers...

the axle tube welding is a great idea... but you want to make sure it is square first.. before the tubes brake they normally bend
 
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