Finally got all the welding completed after having to replace my inner rear control arm mount. It took at least 20 hours to remove and replace the mount along with the shelf. Was a real PIA, but was strongly encouraged by other borad members to "do it right" and don't skimp!

I want to thank Racer Chris along with the Beach Boys! (Walter and Jeremy Beach) for their assistance. Racer Chris provided a new rear shelf piece along with the reinforcement template that made for a professional job. And Walt and Jeremy for their welding and engineering - without them I'd be hundreds of dollars and months behind.

I also replaced the contral arm bushings, struts and battery tray while I was in there - things I wanted to do at some point - this just expedited the process. Now I need to get everything cleaned and reassembled - along with the motor - and take advantage of as much Summer as I can.

Here is the original crack ...
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And the finished product ...

And the reinforcements ...

Awesome! Nice welds! Glad to see it's back together.

Awesome job! You went for it and got it done right. Now drive

You welded it in backward!

(good job )

What welder did you use and? looks good.

Congratulations... This is a very important job to do and you've done it right....

I also completed this project almost 2 years ago.....

Do it once and do it right the first time....

-- Rob

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We used a MIG welder for everything. I am very happy with the way it turned out - now if I can just get it back together!