front subframe ... is it a bugger to replace?
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muleskinner
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can anyone help with the above. i need to possibly replace the subframe due to the fact a bit of the subframe on my beemer has rotted away with age so i can no longer attach the o/s anti roll bar bracket. anyone got any tips or step by step guide cheers Mule.
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Jos
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Can't imagine it would be too difficult to do.
Jack car up and put on axle stands.
Remove front wheels for ease of access
Support engine on a crane or lifting block.
Mounts to engine.
Outer balljoints.
Steering arms.
Wishbone mounts.
Undo and support steering rack, if it isn't PAS just take it out of the way.
Remove the 4 bolts holding the subframe in and it should drop, be careful it's not that heavy but it will hurt if it lands on your nose..
While you have it out, check the mounting points where the subframe bolts to, these can sometimes rot from the inside out.
Don't think I have missed anything but people feel free to add stuff.
Jack car up and put on axle stands.
Remove front wheels for ease of access
Support engine on a crane or lifting block.
Mounts to engine.
Outer balljoints.
Steering arms.
Wishbone mounts.
Undo and support steering rack, if it isn't PAS just take it out of the way.
Remove the 4 bolts holding the subframe in and it should drop, be careful it's not that heavy but it will hurt if it lands on your nose..
While you have it out, check the mounting points where the subframe bolts to, these can sometimes rot from the inside out.
Don't think I have missed anything but people feel free to add stuff.
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Ant
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thats pretty much by the book dude, nice one Jos
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You'll need a BIG ball joint splittr for the tracking arms, 32mm jaw at least.
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