On Sat, 24 Nov 2012 07:11:19 -0700, "WW"
wrote:



Yes, for a few pennies more than the cost of a bracket, take it to a
friend that does have welding equipment. Works best with chair in one
hand, six-pack in the other


But that would damage the painted service and look bad. The threaded rod
looks like the best way. WW

Your car probably looks ugly too since it was welded together. Then
there is the rigidity factor.