Replacing drop links drama!

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toughguych
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 7:36 pm

How the hell do I put new drop links on my rear anti-roll bar??
Got the old one off but even with fairy liquid I simply could not put the new one on!
Gave up and put the old one back on for the time being!!
Mega frustrated! :cheese:
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 7:43 pm

From my failing memory, it's just a question of fairy liquid/brute force and may be a lump hammer ?
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 7:45 pm

Threaded rod and odd pieces of thick steel with holes in them, plus a few nuts.
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 8:08 pm

Can you expand a little Bri, I am with you but need a little more info.

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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 8:22 pm

Basicly build a little home made vise.
Ya, I got it.
Thanks.
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 8:37 pm

Put the new droplink in a saucepan of hot water and gently simmer for a few minutes to soften the rubber (do not let it boil though). They are quite easy to push on when the rubber is warm.
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Post Sun Nov 19, 2006 9:14 pm

Thanks Pete,
I did put it in a cup of boiling water for 60 seconds first time round
Will try your idea though

Ta!