So your method is a short length of threaded rod (or a bolt with the head cut off) welded straight onto the end of the sleeve? Then the shock is fitted and then the washers and a nut.
The thread I assume would have to be flush with the end of the nut
It’s been making a noise for while under there so I finally decided to investigate. Looked under there and discovered the last owner had used a stainless bolt which I thought didn’t look right. The shock was also loose so I tried doing it up but it bottomed out. So after taking the bolt out I...
Any chance anyone could repost these pics? I can’t view them. Had the same thing happen and it sounds like welding would be an easier fix. Is the broken bolt and sleeve completely cut off and a new one replaced?Thanks in advance if I get a reply 👍