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      07-21-2016, 04:08 AM   #98
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Originally Posted by KrashFinatik View Post
I didn't either but in hind sight I wish I did. One of my engine mount bolts snapped a few weeks ago. (surprised it lasted this long)
Aluminum is a soft metal and stretches when tightened or torqued. We have to remember the amount of stress engine mounts and the subframe endure.
"Prevention is better than the cure"
Engine mount bolts and subframe bolts are steel.
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