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bil1024
09-03-2011, 02:49 PM
Using 4 link, upper pass control arm nut does not fit due to the 3 link bracket, since I have the rear cockpit wall in, can not install the other way > Now what can I do ?

AJ Roadster NJ
09-05-2011, 03:59 PM
Um, I see nobody is touching this thread, here's my take Bill, and it ain't good.

If yours is like mine (I have a MKII), the rear suspension must be in and torqued before the rear cockpit wall goes in. I had to trim the ends off the bolts to get them in, even without the aluminum in the way. I remember thinking to myself that if the upper control arms were ever coming out, either the cockpit wall was coming back out or I'd be cutting an access hole.

Which is what I'd recommend. Cut access holes as needed, then cut oversize patches to rivet back in. You won't notice anything once the carpet and seats are in.

Hope this helps.

AJ