no, i didn't try repairing the 12 bolt yet. i just have a bad feeling about this rear for some reason. it needs a lot of work cause there is alot of different noises coming from my undercarriage.
thanks josh, i was hoping i could get away with the aluminum but it would be wise to trust your experience. i hope your up for the task cause i'm dropping my car off as soon as my GF finishes her lab in two weeks.
ps- josh, a little off topic but do you do exhausts? for example if i wanted a muffler welded in?