andyborris
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Jun 30, 2016 17:03:07 GMT
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Apart from the odd leaky fuel hose. my 205D runs great, but the front now sits higher than the rear! Not sure if it's got worse or if it's always done this.
So apart from looking slightly odd, is this sign of something bad?
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Jun 30, 2016 19:58:44 GMT
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Rear springs needing replacement? Remove dead cow from boot?
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Jun 30, 2016 20:27:39 GMT
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Torsion bars on these i think.
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Jun 30, 2016 22:33:11 GMT
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Mine is exactly the same to be fair.
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ChasR
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These run torsion bars.
Tired bars maybe?
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andyborris
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These run torsion bars. Tired bars maybe? I guess, think it's a big job too! Bu**er. |
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It's not too bad if you get a complete beam. I reckon a man like your could do a beam in a day. It would be a good excuse to freshen up the beam mounts as well!
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if the rear is getting lower its likely that the bearings are seized, unsurprising with the age of them.
its not a complex system at all, but they can be stubborn to pull apart after nearly 30 years, even after 10!
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if the rear is getting lower its likely that the bearings are seized, unsurprising with the age of them. its not a complex system at all, but they can be stubborn to pull apart after nearly 30 years, even after 10! I thought that setting the clearances for the seals/bearings was critical for longevity and it is a reason why some lowered beams tended to fail prematurely. |
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andyborris
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I reckon a man like your could do a beam in a day.quote] You must be confusing me with someone who knows what he's doing, that's not me, having just rewired the engine in the Triumph and have left out the most important wire, the one that provides 12V to the ECU! To make matters worse, I used very sticky BMW style cloth tape....all of which has to come off now!  It's the daily driver, so I may get someone to do it... |
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How do I check for seized bearings, car bounces up and down without problem?
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