I want to install Megan racing upper control arms and replace the bushings in my lower control arms. I ran into this picture on the inter-webs and I was wondering how mandatory it is that I replace this hardware.

 

I have a 2000 Ap1 with 151,000 miles on it

 

None of the hardware needs to be replaced, unless it is damaged during removal.

 

Cool cool thanks. By the way I totally love your timing chain tensioner.

 

These bolts do get stuck with rust. If you can get it out without any damage, clean them and fully grease them with copper ease