1st Gen R53 Cooper S Replacing rear through trunk silencer brackets

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    #1 00zero, May 25, 2012
    when removing my exhaust for some clamp replacement i managed to quite easily shear off one of the studs that comes through the trunk floor for the exhaust hanger.

    part 7 in the following

    RealOEM.com   BMW R53 Cooper S Mounting parts for trunk floor panel

    does anyone know if the new ones come with the studs that are not shown in the picture? is it held with anything other than the 2 spot welds?

    should i replace with the oe part or just get some stainless bolts with neoprene washers to seal it?

    it is functioning for the most part now it just rattles a bit over bumps because the hanger is only on with one bolt.

    -jonathan
     
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    #2 Jason Montague, May 25, 2012
    :cornut: BUMP BUMP You're beyond my knowledge level but some one should be along shortly.:Thumbsup:

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    #3 Dave.0, May 25, 2012
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    "should i replace with the oe part or just get some stainless bolts with neoprene washers to seal it?"

    If it were me, which it has been, drill out the old part and replace it yourself. I did exactly your idea 2 years ago and it's working fine without any issues. I also put a light ring of silicone around the area just to make sure it was water tight.
    I live in the NE (PA, Philly area) and the roads suck and we get snow and the DOT salt like crazy. The SS bolts are a must and if you cover them with a light coat of candle wax (rub it on) they will not corrode and seize together. I also use the wax trick on metal valve stems with aluminum valve caps. If you have ever had one seized on you know what I am talking about.

    Good luck with your project, I am going back to my beer it's calling me.
     

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