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Subject:Re: To weld or not to weld upper control arm bushings..
From:Al and Sue Brase
Date:Fri, 24 Sep 2004 00:54:04 -0500

I've done at least 4 sets, the first maybe 9 years ago.NEVER welded
them.  Nove have ever failed Most pressed in bushings in US built cars
were not welded. It baffles me how erratic the German engineers are.
Some stuff is WAY too good, some is just the opposite.
Al Brase
69 doublecab, Vanagons

jesse johnson wrote:

> Hey all,
> Is it necessary to tack weld in the upper control arm bushings back in
> as per bentley? or will the bolt hold everything together? Just
> wondering... This would be on a 2wd vanagon
> thanks all,
> jesse
> 89 carat
>