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Old 04-07-2002, 11:14 AM
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<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/34413/my_pictures0010.jpg"></center><p>I was trying to install the front suspention when the damm bolt snap. Go the back one set. But the two front ones are a mess. I had to get the car towed to my mechanic. Just one guestion what other name does the wheel bearing housing have, may knee assy? And yes the bolt is still in there rusted in.
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Old 04-07-2002, 11:19 AM
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did you whack it with a hammer and screwdriver? to get it out
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happened to me too bro... took an impact hammer to get it out.. GET NEW BOLTS
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Yes I tried all of that but nothing even tried to drill it out .
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Well it's in the shop now guess wait till tomorow to find out how much it's going to cost now.
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i worked on each side of mine for over 3 hours... WD-40, liquid wrench and pneumatic hammer it works
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Default Have the mechanic use anti-sieze on the bodies (not threads) of the new bolts. Next time will be
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the replacement bolts from the dealership are coated anyway.. it shouldnt be a prob
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