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Old 01-31-2003 | 05:24 PM
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Question Subframe installation question

When installing subframe connectors, can you lift your car completely off the ground and install them or do you have to jack up with part of the car resting on the ground? Also, exactly where do they weld on to the frame?
Old 01-31-2003 | 05:31 PM
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Old 01-31-2003 | 05:42 PM
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Make sure to have them welded in while the car's suspension is loaded. (drive on lift)

The SFCs connect your front frame to your back frame. They usually weld to your rear frame where your LCA's bolt into and the front of the car, you'll see it. Its right behind the plastic jacking point.
Old 01-31-2003 | 06:10 PM
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hey bawls havnt seen u post in a while


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Old 01-31-2003 | 11:53 PM
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Make sure to have them welded in while the car's suspension is loaded. (drive on lift)
I've never heard that before. Could you elaborate on that please? I didn't have mine installed like that. I definatly feel the difference and after a few weeks my welds look fine and I've noticed no problems.
Old 02-01-2003 | 11:14 AM
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Thats what i thought, i didnt think u had to load the suspension? If u do, can u elaborate as to why?

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