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| mikea100 |
 Jan 8 2012, 08:52 PM
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While replacing the fuel lines and installing sway bar I noticed that boxes in the gas tank area are filled with dirt and leafs (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif) . I'd like to clean up and rust proof that area once and for all. What is the purpose of those boxes, how critical are they structurally, has anybody removed them? Normally, I wouldn't think twice, cut the metal, clean the area and weld it back. However, in this case, it will be very uncomfortable to weld bending over the fender and looking upside down. What are my options? Can I devise some kind of bracketry to replace those boxes? Any ideas are greatly appreciated.
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mikea100 Inner sheet metal next to the gas tank Jan 8 2012, 08:52 PM
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I recommend welding those anti-sway bar brackets ... Jan 9 2012, 10:01 AM mikea100
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