front rear bush recommendation - Page 3

bigblue75 · 15th September 2022, 15:55

Once the new bush is on and I've done a few miles I will report back.
Off to lick my wounds....[/QUOTE]

Well, replaced the bush this morning and it didn't require much more than a wee scratch with a file and then a polish with some used 180 grade aluminium oxide abrasive.
It seems to be a case of getting the wheel in the correct position within the wheel arch to allow a bit of levering to get the bolt holes lined up- used silicon spray to help push the bush onto the wishbone. The flats of the hexagons on the bush and arm lined up nicely and the rear bolt went in three turns by hand before needing a spanner to proceed... the front bolt wasn't as easy but was by no means swear inducing. Definitely helped coming to the task fresh so to speak.

Took her for a run out and then had a quick look over my handiwork and the engine underside before putting the undertray back on.
Mileage noted and so will see how this lasts.

paulbn61 · 15th September 2022, 18:17

I had this job doe for me last year using pattern parts from A-Z Motor Factors, Hope St, Halifax. Thet are lasting well so far.

15th September 2022, 15:55	#21
bigblue75 older not wiser 75 Tourer Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Falkirk Posts: 274 Thanks: 93 Thanked 46 Times in 35 Posts	Once the new bush is on and I've done a few miles I will report back. Off to lick my wounds....[/QUOTE] Well, replaced the bush this morning and it didn't require much more than a wee scratch with a file and then a polish with some used 180 grade aluminium oxide abrasive. It seems to be a case of getting the wheel in the correct position within the wheel arch to allow a bit of levering to get the bolt holes lined up- used silicon spray to help push the bush onto the wishbone. The flats of the hexagons on the bush and arm lined up nicely and the rear bolt went in three turns by hand before needing a spanner to proceed... the front bolt wasn't as easy but was by no means swear inducing. Definitely helped coming to the task fresh so to speak. Took her for a run out and then had a quick look over my handiwork and the engine underside before putting the undertray back on. Mileage noted and so will see how this lasts. Last edited by bigblue75; 15th September 2022 at 15:59..

15th September 2022, 18:17	#22
paulbn61 Avid contributor RoverRover 75 cdti Tourer 2003, Rover 75 cdti 2006. Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Ipswich Posts: 119 Thanks: 43 Thanked 30 Times in 11 Posts	I had this job doe for me last year using pattern parts from A-Z Motor Factors, Hope St, Halifax. Thet are lasting well so far. __________________ facelift model now