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Old 08-24-2008, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by 68protouring454 View Post
the weak link ins't the shock
i would reinforce the area at least. its not a smart move loading a bracket designed for an oil filled gas shock, with the corner weight of a car.
i personally have repaired a camaro which the bracket failed 1/8th inch inside the factory weld.i have heard of many more failures, just not smart/
if your gonna push your car, reinforce the area now
Jake, I agree that the surface area on frame is very thin. So do you think the double shear is not needed, assuming I reinforce the area?

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