Thanks for the 2 responses above! I'm in New Zealand, we don't get very many of the ARX VQ25DET here! I have been ill so fixing this is still a work in progress.
While on the subject of the backend of a VQ25DET, I thought to raise the question on tow bars. I am guessing this is possible for the vehicle with a standard factory turbo setting? I must admit I get a bit out of my depth there, was wondering if the fixings may require a special reinforcing bar on the off chance. At which I may look into setting this up while doing the repair.
thanks again for the replies and this awesome thread.
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