Also, in hindsight....
My assumption is that on an undamaged hole, when parts are assembled
the bushings end up close to, or touching, each other. Adding a new
metal plate might result in a gap
between each bushing lip. Even so. The metal sleeve should provide
ample protection.
If a gap between the rubber bushings resulted, my guess is that it
wouldn't be an issue,
even over the long term. Just something to consider IMO.

Neil.

On 1/19/15, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> damage etc. on the '81 with link to repair at page bottom:
>
> https://sites.google.com/site/tubaneil2/radiusarm

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