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Old 03-28-2017, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Stockx5 View Post
I think Im gonna go with the dpf gut out path then that way i know it fits perfect, there will be no long term reliability problems due to installing aftermarket material and I wont have to spend extra dime on it.

should be simple enough to cut it with a grinder remove everything and weld it back with a arc welder...since I don't have Oxy acetalene.
As long as you have the right filler rod.


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Originally Posted by garagelogician View Post
I've never wrenched on a BMW before, do they use one-time use "stretch" bolts like VW/Audi does?
The subframe bolts are recommended to be replaced upon removal.
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