Oops, I didn't think I torqued it that much. In fact I know I didn't. Anyways, a stud broke off, is there anything I can do? are the bases threaded through underneath or are they welded to something?

Help appreciated.

 

I am pretty sure they are spot welded and sealed with that "goo" from inside the wheel well.

 

Goo shmoo! Wut would yoo doo?

-Dr Suess

 

Drill it out and just run a bolt with a big washer through. If you look at GS/LS/RS they have holes there, no studs.

 

you should be able to just knock out the rest with a BFH and a nail set. should be able to replace in kind from acura parts department. check with them.

edit ( you guys sure they're welded?? )

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[Modified by D, 3:59 PM 8/10/2001]

 

it happened to me. they are spot welded but not somethinga hammer and punch cant fix. you do have to remove some goo where its welded. just get a utility knife and cut around the nut. and replace it with an OEM replacement or a nut and a washer.

 

[/b]BFH[/b] LOL!

 

thanks for all the help fellas, so to clarify, beat teh f*cker down with a "BFH " and insert a new bolt through? Is that wut I'm hearing? Do I need to remove the fender to put a new one through?

 

Nope.

 

Kay how do I get underneath?

 

Hold on, let me go outside and check...........

Do you want anything else while im out there?

 

Once you lift up the car, the upper A-arm should drop down enough for you to see them. They are right above the arm when the car is sitting on the ground. You should not have to remove any plastic.

 

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