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Post by pugpugger on Mar 9, 2011 20:53:01 GMT
My dear old M reg oil burner is sagging at the rear, and less than 100,000 on the clock. I have GTi wheels and they seem to be scraping the tyres on the bodywork. The wheel bearings are OK, I suspect the trailing arm bushes/bearings are worn. I've looked in vain for a manual explanation. What goes wrong here? And how do I fix it? The car also sits low at the back as if the suspension needs adjusting....
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Post by oldpug on Mar 11, 2011 16:21:22 GMT
It will be the radius arm bearings for sure.This is a specialist and expensive job so the best solution is to find a second hand axle (a good one though).I think I have one,will look in my store this w/end and let you know.
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Post by oldpug on Mar 12, 2011 18:20:41 GMT
Sorry its as good as yours!! one side is seized solid,so keep looking for a good second hand assy. I`ve found its a waste of time overhauling these axles now as it works out so expensive in parts & labour. I get full recon rear axles from www.sspengineering.co.uk all ready to fit for £350 +VAT delivered to my door.If you live near Honiton in Devon they will fit it for that price. |
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Post by pugpugger on Mar 15, 2011 21:05:00 GMT
Thank you for the offer, Oldpug, and for looking for a spare rear axle. I suppose we are talking about a complete subframe. It's good news that recon assemblies are available. These bearings seem to be the only weak point on an otherwise fine little car. Nothing's perfect, eh?
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Post by jord294 on Apr 11, 2011 6:23:01 GMT
i can supply a rebuilt beam for you, and even fit it if you like
i'm in mold, flintshire
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