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How To Replace Shock Towers On a Vintage Mustang
 Factory spot-weld holes are...  Factory spot-weld holes are rosette-welded with a Lincoln wire-feed welder. This provides solid security between the framerail, aprons, and tower. |  Because rosette welds are...  Because rosette welds are unsightly, looking like belly buttons, grind them smooth, apply self-etching primer, and fill irregularities with high-quality filler. |  We decided to replace the...  We decided to replace the front subframe as well. Holes are bored to provide rosette-welding points. |  The subframe is clamped for...  The subframe is clamped for welding using alignment pins and holes for spot-on accuracy. |  Underneath, weld the subframe...  Underneath, weld the subframe and tower to the framerail. This is easy to overlook unless you are lying underneath. |  All welding is completed once...  All welding is completed once measurements are taken. |  Installation looks like this...  Installation looks like this inside the fenderwell. It is a matter of personal choice whether or not you grind down these spot welds. |  The completed installation...  The completed installation should look like this. All it needs now is grinding, filling, primer, and paint; then you can reinstall the suspension parts. | |
Ford Mustang Research
Review in-depth reviews on the new Ford Mustang, featuring test drives, comparisons, options, features and more. The Mustang gets 16 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway, and has a trade in value of $18,870.00 which should come in handy when you go to shop for your next car. Other similar vehicles are the Ford Shelby GT 500 and the Ford Fusion.
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