need strut tower help

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  1. momaverick73

    momaverick73 Member

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    I have this mav with a mustang k member someone welded in, looks ok, but needs finished. any helpful ideas would be great. I hope these pics work, Im not very computer savvy...:confused:

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    momaverick73, Aug 19, 2008
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    Bryant forgot more than learned

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    first you will need to brace up the strut mounts up top where they tie into those uper bars. also they should have some sort of adjustment for caster and camber. then put a killer motor and all related bad a$$ acessories make it all work and enjoy.
     
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    bmcdaniel Senile Member

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    You'd probably get some responses if you asked a specific question. What do you want to do?
     
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    I don't think those strut mounts are going to hold up.
    They have a great deal of leverage on that one weld...
    They need towers.
     
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    Mavman72 Gone backwards but lookin' forward

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    Definitely replace those upper strut mounts.As stated put in something you can adjust caster and camber with.What ever you put there make sure it is boxed/gusseted for rigidity/strength whats there now... one good wheelie and its all over.good luck.
     
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