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    Fresh Bolts Needed for Rear Subframe Vincebar Job

    Hey everyone,

    Does anyone have a semi-complete list of bolts that should be replaced when having the entire rear end out of the car for a subframe job?

    Besides the front diff bolt and 2x rear diff bolts, what else is a good idea to replace while in there? I'm sure this was on old m3forum but can't find any more archives
    The rest of the hardware I plan on zinc plating, but want to be sure I don't reuse something I shouldn't be, so in which case the purpose of this thread is to advise on which bolts should be refreshed with new hardware.

    Thanks all!

    Current:

    1997 BMW M3 - Boston Green/Modena
    2003 BMW M3 · Coupe · 6MT - Alpine White/M-Texture Alcantara

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    If you will be extending the mounting bolts into trunk and back seat area with a reinforcing bracket, you will need 12mm x 1.5? threaded rod longer than the stock bolts. I know I had a heck of a time getting the fine pitch 12mm.
    I don't remember how long they need to be either but if you are buying threaded rod 3ft long you should have enough.

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