Front endlink strut mount hole ?

lsupcar · #1 05-08-2011, 08:31 PM

I have had a front end clunk for many years. Recently, it became apparent the sway bar end links were in need of replacement. I replaced them today, and the hole in both of the strut mounting tabs were oblong, but symetrical side to side. Is this the way they are supposed to be? Or are they supposed to be only a round hole just the size of the end link bolt? If the are supposed to be round, how can I repair the problem? Thanks. I went ahead and mounted the end links as best I could tightening the bolt as best I could in the top most portion of the hole.
I am having trouble loading pictures. I will post this and try to post the pics later.
Bill

lsupcar · #2 05-08-2011, 09:12 PM

Here are pics.

RojoRocket · #3 05-08-2011, 10:46 PM

You're OK. That's normal.

Glenn

msvx95 · #4 05-09-2011, 04:45 AM

Correct it is an obround hole.

lsupcar · #5 05-09-2011, 10:50 AM

Thanks for the replies. It is good to know that the hole is supposed to be oblong. Seems like a strange design. Do most people do as I did and try and tighten the bolt in the upper part of the hole?
Bill

msvx95 · #6 05-09-2011, 03:55 PM

From memory I didn't have the option to tighten it on the low end of the slot...it would only fit at the top...not sure why it's slotted then.