Font End Overhaul

[e21paddy]

Hello all,

I’ve recently had a steering rack reconditioned, bought a new fluid filter and bought a new PS pump (second hand). I also have some new springs and shocks for upfront, and have decided to change all bushings while I’m under it to totally refresh the front.

Before I set into it, is there any other parts I should change while I’m under there. Or any tips for undertaking this job. It seems pretty easy but I’ve been fooled before.

Thanks

[uwbuurman]

Yeah, don't forget topbearings on the coils, those are the ones that have the 3 bolts in the shocktower, under the bonnet.

And replace the rubber mounts on the front swaybar.

[e21paddy]

I have Bilstein shocks and coils, is there any special adaptor needed? Found that bearing. 50 quid a pop yowza!

I have ordered Powerflex bushing for up front.

[Jeroen]

Its only that the nut that goes on top of the strut is different for Billies, usually you get them with the shocks

[uwbuurman]

Yup, just undo them and put the nut back.

[e21paddy]

I’ll assess the top end bearing, see if it’s in bad nick and replace!