To my surprise today, I removed the front shock mounts to confirm that the metal underneath was solid and to also prepare it a little better to avoid future rust. Well at least it is only on one side. (driver side) Canadian vehicle.
Here is my question. My plan is to fabricate the backing plate and see if I can slide it into place then spot weld as per the original. Then fabricate the outer piece with an overlap (crimp) and spot weld this to the backing plate (inner piece next to the bulkhead) and either butt weld or lap joint weld. Assuming that the spot welds are done correctly would I be better off doing a lap weld or would a butt weld suffice.
Or should I consider something different altogether.
Thanks for your help here.
John