MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
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Not many rules really, this board being aimed at technical issues, it shouldn't fall foul (hopefully) of some of the more personal issues that can affect forums.
Rule 1 - Is that you need to think very carefully before posting anything technical or asking anything technical relating to the security system of the car - See 'Security Issues' sticky for more info.
Rule 2 - We (MGF Register) do not support copyright infringement and therefore references to CD ROM, PDF versions or paper copies of the workshop manual (for instance) should not be posted on the forum. We don't want to get into trouble and we'd rather sell you a genuine hard copy through our Regalia shop anyway!
Because advice is honestly and freely given in this technical section, much of it will be amateur experienced based, so any information is given in good faith and is not guaranteed as correct.
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Phil MGFPM
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MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
Please does anyone know what this may mean and whether this is a garage-job or a reasonably confident DIY'er can sort this? I have seen all the advice about super-duper polybush replacements but is this what this MOT advisory means? (MGF 1998) Thanks
Previously owned '98 F 1.8mpi bought 2008; then a '97 F Mk1 1.8 VVC in nightfire red, bought 2011; now a '01 F 1.8mpi in tahiti blue, bought Nov-19
Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
The top balljoint has gone - it's not *too* bad a job, I found it easier on the rear as the suspension swivels around less so you don't need to restrain it from turning as you undo the balljoint. You do need a huge socket to remove the balljoint, if you go to any motor factor and ask for a 'metro balljoint socket' they'll know what you mean.
Get the suspension set up after the balljoint has been changed to avoid any unnecessary tyre wear, as your last alignment was probably done when the balljoint was just starting to go.
Get the suspension set up after the balljoint has been changed to avoid any unnecessary tyre wear, as your last alignment was probably done when the balljoint was just starting to go.
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Reckless Rat
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Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
Be careful when dismantling to support the hub assembly as failing to do so may damage the brake flexible pipe. They're not cheap to replace!
Providing you've got the right socket it's not a long job. Don't try and do it with a spanner as you'll take the corners off the nut.
Providing you've got the right socket it's not a long job. Don't try and do it with a spanner as you'll take the corners off the nut.
Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
Undo the two bolts and release the caliper from its carrier - you can then support it somewhere and work on the hub without worry. Unclip the ABS sensor wiring from its bracketry also..Reckless Rat wrote:Be careful when dismantling to support the hub assembly as failing to do so may damage the brake flexible pipe. They're not cheap to replace!
Providing you've got the right socket it's not a long job. Don't try and do it with a spanner as you'll take the corners off the nut.
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Phil MGFPM
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Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
Thank you both. Forgive me for being dum but...
is it the washers (rubber bushes) that have gone at the lower end of the damper which connects to the upper suspension arm? What part(s) am I likely to need to replace? Are these ones that can be replaced by polybushes? is this what is being dealt with at http://www.apttony.co.uk/?
is it the washers (rubber bushes) that have gone at the lower end of the damper which connects to the upper suspension arm? What part(s) am I likely to need to replace? Are these ones that can be replaced by polybushes? is this what is being dealt with at http://www.apttony.co.uk/?
Previously owned '98 F 1.8mpi bought 2008; then a '97 F Mk1 1.8 VVC in nightfire red, bought 2011; now a '01 F 1.8mpi in tahiti blue, bought Nov-19
Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
No, it's the ball/swivel joint at the top of the hub that connects it to the top suspension arm..
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jonaf
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Re: MOT advisory - play in nsr top suspension joint
The socket size is 46 mm. With an impact air tool the ball joint will come out easily.