If it was me I would weld the brackets back on once you get the location nailed down. I am a worrier, though, and if I didn't weld them back on it would drive me nuts worrying about the bolts on the mounting brackets. I'm sure bolts would work okay, but welding them back on would make me more comfortable. That's my opinion anyways.


1963 Chevy C20 Longbed Stepside
1978 Chevy K30 Custom Deluxe