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Old 03-20-2017, 06:36 PM   #9
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Re: How are the lower radiator brackets removed and installed?

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69 View Post
Torch??? As stated above, use vice grips to bend the lip toward the engine down. Generally, that's what the factory did for the 4-row radiators. Also, drill the rivets and replace them with small bolts of your choosing as stated above. I used flat head 1/4" stove bolts as short as I could go with the heads up.
HA!@........Okay, not a torch. It bends easily. But I need one for a bench seat rod.
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