Steptoe Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 My first post on this vanished.... I have a shortened rear bar from my EA82 GLA that had plates welded to rear arms. I need to make up U bolts and plates to fit this bar in the back of my EA81 1989 Brumby Anyone done this? Any tips? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 I would just copy the EA82-style mounts. Basically, cut square stock in half, make a slot for the mounting clamp's tab, drill a hole and weld a captive nut inside, then weld that assembly to the semi-trailing arm. Wish I had a photo to share... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptoe Posted September 17, 2019 Author Share Posted September 17, 2019 Our vehicle inspectors are not keen on your suggested method carfreak. I have a few things to guide me for placement position, which should help me get U bolt dimensions , got my 8 mm rod today so should be no stopping me. Actually not using the intended vehicle for the fit up so need it to be removeable. Will add pics when completed. Plan is to make legs longer to be cut to even length when finished. It is tricky cutting their threads on finished product so need to bend to an L shape, do a thread each end, bend to U shape without stuffing threads. Might need to make a bending jig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 I don't know how your vehicle inspectors could have an issue with simply replicating the exact same style anti-roll bar mounts that Subaru themselves used. It's literally square tubing with a slot cut and hole drilled with a captive nut welded behind the hole... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FerGloyale Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 On 9/16/2019 at 7:23 AM, carfreak85 said: I would just copy the EA82-style mounts. Basically, cut square stock in half, make a slot for the mounting clamp's tab, drill a hole and weld a captive nut inside, then weld that assembly to the semi-trailing arm. Wish I had a photo to share... If you have to fab them anyhow, would suggest using captive nuts and bolt down both sides of the U-bracket. Seen many times the bent tabs tear out of the slots.....the design of the bar means those bushings can see ALOT of force when articulated. I would also recommend adding a tab across the arch of the u-brackets........perpendicular across them, with ends folded down. This will keep the bushings from walking out the side.....something I've also seen several times with this style bar. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 6 hours ago, carfreak85 said: I don't know how your vehicle inspectors could have an issue with simply replicating the exact same style anti-roll bar mounts that Subaru themselves used. It's literally square tubing with a slot cut and hole drilled with a captive nut welded behind the hole... It’s not the setup, it’s the welding! In Victoria where I am, if the welding is done by a certified welder it will walk through engineering - if that’s a point of concern. My engineer said he’s ok with all the planned welding I’ve got in store for a project. I’ll rack it together, certified welder will finish the job and provide evidence of their work for the engineer. But... if you can make it look factory from the get-go, no one will know any different, unless if fails in a crash and is found to be part of, or the entire roots cause of the crash. Then you’re stuffed. And I see photobucket is now blurring all their images unless you have a subscription. Good on them, dickheads. Cheers Bennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
czny Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 (edited) 47 minutes ago, el_freddo said: And I see photobucket is now blurring all their images unless you have a subscription. Good on them, dickheads. At least imageshack isn't doing that crap. Too bad you're so far away Steptoe, other wise I'd sell you these for really cheap. '85-86 EA GL-10 arms. Wonder if ParcelMonkey delivers to your area? Edit: EMS Parcel Post is $175 for 30 lbs Nevermind... Edited September 17, 2019 by czny 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptoe Posted September 18, 2019 Author Share Posted September 18, 2019 If I chucked my first and second GLA sets out, I don't deserve another set ! Besides, I don't think EA82 fit EA81, which is likely why they went. From your photo I can see a few U bolt design issues coming up....forewarned is 4armed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptoe Posted September 18, 2019 Author Share Posted September 18, 2019 And, too right on the one bolt style clamp. I have never pulled them out with my driving but have bought cars with this trick already done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
czny Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 8 hours ago, Steptoe said: If I chucked my first and second GLA sets out, I don't deserve another set ! Besides, I don't think EA82 fit EA81, which is likely why they went. From your photo I can see a few U bolt design issues coming up....forewarned is 4armed Wasn't certain they'd fit your EA81 & if no one wants them, I'll strip them of brgs & hardware then scrap them. Here's another pic to help your bracket fab before they go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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