Fiesta Mk7 subframe bush removal & replacement
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- IMPORTANT You'll see me initially install the bushes slightly rotated to how the originals went in. Don't leave them like that, put them in the same orientation as the old ones (use a marker pen or something). The voids need to be at the same angle as the suspension is built around that.
How to replace Fiesta rear subframe bushes, and the subframe bush tool to remove / reinstall.
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Nicely done procedure, thanks.
I have that exact push pull set. Be sure to use the largest biggest diameter bolt screw in the kit.
Yeah I used a smaller thread bar and the nut chewed itself with the force! :(
Class, I cleaned up the bush housing with some sand paper and brake cleaner then use rubber care for lube and it slipped in also the bolts gave them a wee clean an copper grease the threads so next time they wont be seized solid 😎.
Yeah I should have done that to be fair. Was definitely rushing as a month without the car was taking its toll! I do the copper grease on bolts on my old e30 as everything seizes on a 30 year old car.
Did the old brushings squack when going over speed bumps?
Trying to remember, maybe they did? Can't recall 100%
Great video mate, cheers
You're welcome hope it's useful!
What is that tool set called and where could i buy one?
I ordered it from Amazon its a:
Mekanik
3.8 out of 5 stars 9Reviews
Mekanik Press and Pull Sleeve Kit Removal Install & Extracts Seal Bushes Bearings 27pc
It was 90 quid and it seemed to do the job well, glad I have one now for the rare time I need to do these. Just make sure you read how to use it properly - I didn't and knackered one of the thread washer bearings!
Really helpful video thanks, going to attempt this later this week. Are the nuts 24mm for the Mekanik set?
I've just checked, and the bar nuts are different sizes. But yeah the 22mm nut is probably the one I used.
Hope it went/ goes OK?
@@CookRacingUK Your specific Mekanik set was no longer available on Amazon, mine looked suspiciously similar (4 different size bars), but the nuts were all 27mm. Also the biggest "cup" was barely big enough for the bushes (think 72/82mm) - still got them replaced in a couple of hours though! Cheers
@@JosiahCarron nice! Yeah the sets are all in different sizes too, I tried to get a wide range hence that set. Fingers crossed I never have to take a wishbone/ subframe to a garage with a press ever again! 😅
@@CookRacingUK I hope so as well! Crazy how a £90 is still cheaper than the labour for one such job at a garage!
Brilliant video have you got a link for the tool
It's a 27 pc Mekanik Press and pull sleeve kit from Amazon, the link expired sorry. Cost about £85 but loads of different sizes so hopefully never need to go to pay a garage for their press again (fingers crossed).
@@CookRacingUK thanks mate ill have a hunt around
@@rickyhicks785 if you get stuck just give us a shout
@@CookRacingUK i found this www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01B7QFQ0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_QVFYHX69MPBASFJJC3YH
Yeah looks just like the stuff I have 👍
Great video. Just out of interest can you just 'chisel' out the old bush and replace with a poly bush. Get away without buying tool
You could - I did it with my BMW E30 bushes *but*...... you still need to get the new ones in so the press kit is the only way I can see without a garage press.
@@CookRacingUK From what I've seen the poly bushes push in by hand
@@Nyle95 Quite possibly, the E30 poly bushes I've seen do too. But not the OEM stuff meant for the road. Having driven my race car with poly bushes to tracks before, I don't recommend them as a daily driver :D
@@CookRacingUK I've noticed Powerflex do a road range for every day and a black range for track. I don't have experience with them myself but I've heard the road ones don't really change the stiffness of the ride too much. My rear axle bushes need replacing so going to buy a set of the road bushes just for ease of fitting.
@@Nyle95 In the end did the Powerflex road bushes need the tool to press them in?
not a very good video
Anything in particular?
Just one of those born nasty people !