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R52 Upgrading Rear Sway Bar - Where is that 5th subframe bolt hiding?

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Old 04-08-2018, 07:51 AM
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Upgrading Rear Sway Bar - Where is that 5th subframe bolt hiding?

Hey all, Where is that 5th rear subframe bolt located? I know it's behind a heat shield. Also any tricks you know to make the swap easier would also be appreciated.

Thanks! Jim
 
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There is a good video at Item # 21 in the below thread. The bolt is dead center of the frame, I did not remove the muffler but rather unscrewed the heat shield and bent it enough that I could get a socket on with a articulating attachment.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...questions.html
 
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Thanks WnW. Appreciate the video and info!
 
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