Reversing the install direction of front lower control arm bolts

TrueTexas

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I've got the new Moog Front upper and lower control arms installed.

On the front lowers, I have reversed the direction of 3 of the 4 bolts.

On the passenger side, the exhaust pipe was in the way when taking the bolt out. So when I reinstalled it, I put it in from the outside. It doesn't look like there is any interference with the bolt and exhaust pipe

On the driver's side, I reversed both bolts because the front one was tight due to the differential and the rear one was just easier to line up the holes. Again, doesn't seem to be any interference with anything. FYI the caster bolts don't have any offset, washers are round and bolt is centered in it

Anyone see any issues with doing this?

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Shouldn't be any issues whatsoever. I did this on mine as well since I ran into similar issues.
 
Awesome!!! Thanks @Chris
This should make it much easier if I ever need to remove them again.

On to installing the new drag link, ZJ tie rod and new steering stabilizer.
 
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