Attacking the front suspension etc. what else to change??

25th November 2012, 17:34

I've got a trip back to the UK planned for Feb next year and am picking a car up to bring back (Freelander in case you were wondering) and as I have the boot space am planning on getting hold of some bits for the VTS.

I know the lower ball joint has gone on the wishbones and the dampers are getting old so plan on attacking the front suspension etc.

List at present is:
Suspension dampers (front and rear)
Strut Top mounts + bearings
Drive shafts
Wishbones
Wheel bearings
Track rod ends

Maybes:
Discs and pads

I've already changed the drop links but as I'll be dissmantling the front struts etc. I am after your advice on what else is worth changing whilst it's in parts.

Ta

25th November 2012, 17:42

springs, track rod ends?

25th November 2012, 17:46

Springs are good - already changed when lowered by the previous owner - hadn't thought of track rod ends , thanks will add it to the list

25th November 2012, 18:04

Tack weld bottom spring pan to the rest of the strut whilst its off. Also strut top bearings.

25th November 2012, 18:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bedford126

Tack weld bottom spring pan to the rest of the strut whilst its off. Also strut top bearings.

Thanks for the advice

Strut top bearings - was including these with the mounts