Welsh newbie with anti-roll bar link arm problem says 'Hello'.

[Micha]

I've got the bump-stops on the wishbones, but the rubbers above the wishbones (on the nearside link) is missing causing a 'knocking' when going over speed humps, pot holes (lots around here). A bit strange as I was having the previous problems with the offside. Thanks Extreme, soft bushes it is then.

[11redrex]

Do the fix or they'll just go again....

[Micha]

Originally Posted by 11redrex

Do the fix or they'll just go again....

Hi Redrex,

What's the fix?

[extreme-4x4]

ok well you need to clean off the old jagged edges where the old drop links pulled there way through. (this is the important bit )

then depending on how bad the holes are you put your drop link on and starting from the top

washer
bush
washer
through the wishbone
washer
bush
washer
lock nut

now if you have a really big hole in the wishbone use thicker washers either side of the wishbone

[Micha]

Originally Posted by extreme-4x4

ok well you need to clean off the old jagged edges where the old drop links pulled there way through. (this is the important bit )

then depending on how bad the holes are you put your drop link on and starting from the top

washer
bush
washer
through the wishbone
washer
bush
washer
lock nut

now if you have a really big hole in the wishbone use thicker washers either side of the wishbone

Understand that Extreme....but....The drop link has not snapped, just the top rubbers missing. I will check the holes through the wishbone as when they have previously failed possibly elongating the holes (as happened to the offside). Once that I have finished work, I will pay my £10, fully join the club and pm you for some more info. May possibly take you up on your kind offer and journey to deepest Neath.

Cheers Micha.

[zippy656]

pics are called for me thinks...

[extreme-4x4]

like i have time for pics lol

and to add sometimes it pays to weld the tougher washers in place

[makeitfit]

Originally Posted by extreme-4x4

and to add sometimes it pays to weld the tougher washers in place

What he said
The top bush(rubber) has probably dissintegrated and now adourns the tarmac somewhere
It's also worth checking while your there, the steering idler and ball joints. The near side is prone to wear anyway and could be compounding issues

[Micha]

Originally Posted by makeitfit

What he said
The top bush(rubber) has probably dissintegrated and now adourns the tarmac somewhere
It's also worth checking while your there, the steering idler and ball joints. The near side is prone to wear anyway and could be compounding issues

One of the top nearside rubbers is still intact, but not looking too clever. The lower one(s) below wishbone seems to be there, but haven't thoroughly checked (just a quick finger in the work carpark-steady now!). Will have a good look tomorrow and perhaps post some snaps. This thing called afternoon shifts keep getting in the way.