To weld or not to weld...

Black00XJ · 03-06-2011, 01:11 PM

Ok, so I was removing my factory crossmember in the XJ to install the IROR long arms and all the bolts (has drop down, so studs have been gone) snapped off, of course. Do I really need to drill and tap these stupid things? Id rather plug weld the bolt holes and edges but I know having mechanical fasteners in addition to welding is best. Too risky to weld only? Just curious.

03-06-2011, 01:11 PM	#1
Black00XJ Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: dont ask Posts: 18	To weld or not to weld... Ok, so I was removing my factory crossmember in the XJ to install the IROR long arms and all the bolts (has drop down, so studs have been gone) snapped off, of course. Do I really need to drill and tap these stupid things? Id rather plug weld the bolt holes and edges but I know having mechanical fasteners in addition to welding is best. Too risky to weld only? Just curious.