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Old 11-25-2015, 11:56 AM   #1
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If I want to remove this bracket where the MC bolts to, what do I need to do to reinforce that area?
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Old 11-25-2015, 05:54 PM   #2
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Re: shaved firewall questions

Flip it an put it on the inside
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Old 11-25-2015, 09:14 PM   #3
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any have any pictures of this?
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Old 11-25-2015, 09:53 PM   #4
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I'd like to see too.
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Old 11-26-2015, 05:05 AM   #5
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I do not but I have talked to a few ppl that have done this.......I am going to do it on mine when I get to that point
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Old 11-26-2015, 01:03 PM   #6
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On my 85, I took a piece of 10 gauge and scribe all the mounting points to the metal and then plug welded it to the inside of the firewall..
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Old 11-26-2015, 05:03 PM   #7
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That sounds like a good idea. What did you do about the collar for the bottom of the steering column?
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Old 11-27-2015, 01:12 AM   #8
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I used an aftermarket column and used a bulkhead from lokar. I would think you could re use the factory one if you get creative...
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