Quarter Extension Studs Broken

[westie47]

Every single stud on my quarter extensions snapped, looking for ideas on how to fix them.

 

[themechanic]

I've never done it but you asked for suggestions. Have a machine shop cut them off and drill and tap for some new ones.

 

[westie47]

That’s probably what I’ll end up doing.

 

[themechanic]

This ad was last year but he does not say they're sold. Maybe message him.


https://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/1969-coronet-rear-quarter-extensions.202525/

 

[themechanic]

Someone else suggested what I did in this thread.


https://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/69-bee-qtr-panel-extension-repair.200896/

 

[eldubb440]

center punch and pilot hole........ there isn't enough surrounding material if you go in off center

 

[3white74]

Drill and tap

 

[QOTHL]

Every single stud on my quarter extensions snapped, looking for ideas on how to fix them.

Other than that they are in good shape. I'd fix them. Good suggestions here.

 

[slimt]

Are the studs part of the casting?

as others have said. Drill out and install new studs. They could be lock tightened so they dont back off if you ever have to remove.

 

[69RRMFF]

Here’s how I repaired my extensions today. Used a drill press to drill and tap for a 6/32” stud. A bit tricky getting the extension housing aligned under the drill press to ensure an accurate hole for the tap.