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suspension, shocks, bushes ???????
This is a discussion on suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? within the Fabia I forums, part of the Skoda Model Discussion Area category; hi. i think my suspension is goin on my car. any tips on how to know for sure. also what ...
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02-02-2007, 19:48
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| suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? hi. i think my suspension is goin on my car. any tips on how to know for sure. also what kind of things will need changing. the car makes a noise while going over speed humps which doesn't sound healthy. its not hitting underside of car. thanks  |
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02-02-2007, 19:52
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? first thing to check is the anti roll bar drop links.... these can make a terrible noise when the joints get worn or loose |
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05-02-2007, 12:40
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|  more suspension... My suspension might be bust too.... Damaged Arb brushes sure gives of a loud bang when going over speedbumps and on other rough surfaces. But as I myself have had the arb replaced replaced a year ago, I dont think that is my problem. Could it be down to other brushes in the suspension setup, or is it more likely a damper/spring problem? Its also not only the front messing up, but the rear as well...  |
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05-02-2007, 14:33
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? control arm bushes is my guess... I'm having mine replaced at the next service on wednesday  common problem apparently.
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05-02-2007, 14:36
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? Quote:
 If I had any tools and a garage I'd give it a go myself! lol... 
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05-02-2007, 16:13
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? Are the drop links different to the bushes? If so is there a how to guide? And where you can order these drop links and how much they are? Cheers |
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05-02-2007, 18:26
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? the drop link is a straight metal bar with a ball joint at each end  dont try to undo the nuts with the weight of the car still on the suspension... you will need an allen key(5mm i think??) and a spanner (16mm) hth  |
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05-02-2007, 19:02
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? Yeah - That makes sense - What would cause the drop links to need to be replaced and how are the inspected? If it is just a metal rod then where along the rod will they fail? Am I missing something crucial here ? Also how much would you expect a pair to be ? And finally how long would you expect them to take to install. Cheers guys! |
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05-02-2007, 21:36
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? The drop-links are a common problem, definately warranty... or even goodwill if the car is out of warranty.. other than that its a simple cheap job to do
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05-02-2007, 21:40
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? They have been modified. As mentioned above they arent just a metal rod, its the ball joints at either end that give the grief. |
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05-02-2007, 21:50
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? Cheers guys Any ideas where to pick them up from - Would I need to buy a new rod or is it just the ball joints. Euro Car Parts didnt have them |
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05-02-2007, 23:07
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| Re: suspension, shocks, bushes ??????? no the ball joints cannot be seperated from the rod.... i paid £25 squids for a pair from my local motor factors.... iirc they are £17 each from skoda |
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