Rear Shockers

ward1955 · 22nd April 2009, 03:37 PM

Finally got my car up on a ramp and discovered the creaking at the front n/s is (as suspected) the anti-roll bar link, so two of those needed.

Also both rear shock absorbers are leaking. Where is the best place to start here ? - Mr T ?

I've got the part number for the link (from the resources section) but I can't seem to find another supplier for the shockers.

Any bright ideas ?

dunk shaw · 22nd April 2009, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ward1955

Finally got my car up on a ramp and discovered the creaking at the front n/s is (as suspected) the anti-roll bar link, so two of those needed.

Also both rear shock absorbers are leaking. Where is the best place to start here ? - Mr T ?

I've got the part number for the link (from the resources section) but I can't seem to find another supplier for the shockers.

Any bright ideas ?

Speak to S Manley or try Murley in Stratford as there doing good deals at the mo, got my new battery off them for £44 all in.

Murley 01789 298975

Steve Manley 01865 291333

ward1955 · 22nd April 2009, 05:21 PM

Thanks Dunk, I'll check it out tomorrow.

On the anti-roll bar link, what to you make of this ?

http://www.japarts.co.uk/shop/index....c1217e92a6b0e5

Seems OK - or not ! a lot cheaper though.

Martin F · 22nd April 2009, 06:33 PM

What's the price difference, about half ?

There's nothing really complicated in a drop link so it will probably be fine. However what you may find is that it's not as long lasting as an OEM one due to lower quality materials.

Bit unusual to get creaking from drop links, normally they knock when they wear. How is it making a creaking noise?

dunk shaw · 23rd April 2009, 06:15 AM

Worth a try on the antiroll bar as its not going to be drastic if they fail so yeh i'd give them a go.

ward1955 · 23rd April 2009, 07:11 AM

Martin, the drop link joint isn't worn out - its just partially siezed from standing for long periods.

- bit like me really !

I'll give the cheaper parts a go, I won't be doing many miles anyway - so longevity isn't going to be an issue.

Barney · 28th April 2009, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ward1955

Martin, the drop link joint isn't worn out - its just partially siezed from standing for long periods.

- bit like me really !

........yeah, know what you mean Martin.

Best of luck with the parts/car etc

ward1955 · 29th April 2009, 09:11 AM

Managed to get both rear shocks and both brop links for £215 delivered ! - guess who's going to be busy this week end ?

Barney · 29th April 2009, 02:57 PM

Bit of a result there Martin, just hope the job itself isn't too awkward.

A take it Sandra will be keeping the mugs of tea flowing

GazBram · 29th April 2009, 07:30 PM

Adam may also get a lesson on how to swear when knuckles are bleading

The weather does look good for some DIY car work, i hope both jobs go well for you Martin and if all else fails, jump on your bike and have a blast around

22nd April 2009, 03:37 PM	#1
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Rear Shockers Finally got my car up on a ramp and discovered the creaking at the front n/s is (as suspected) the anti-roll bar link, so two of those needed. Also both rear shock absorbers are leaking. Where is the best place to start here ? - Mr T ? I've got the part number for the link (from the resources section) but I can't seem to find another supplier for the shockers. Any bright ideas ?

22nd April 2009, 06:33 PM	#4
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	What's the price difference, about half ? There's nothing really complicated in a drop link so it will probably be fine. However what you may find is that it's not as long lasting as an OEM one due to lower quality materials. Bit unusual to get creaking from drop links, normally they knock when they wear. How is it making a creaking noise? __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

23rd April 2009, 06:15 AM	#5
dunk shaw Old Timer None - Don't currently own a MKIV Supra. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: west mids Posts: 4,196	Worth a try on the antiroll bar as its not going to be drastic if they fail so yeh i'd give them a go. __________________ dunk

29th April 2009, 02:57 PM	#9
Barney MSOC on winner's podium UK Spec - Auto Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wiltshire. UK Posts: 3,586	Bit of a result there Martin, just hope the job itself isn't too awkward. A take it Sandra will be keeping the mugs of tea flowing __________________ Barney (A Timex watch in a digital age) Lexus Royal Sapphire Blue 94UKMKIVTT Auto + Bits + Chris Wilson magic! PEOPLE SHOULD NOT BE AFRAID OF THEIR GOVERNMENTS. GOVERNMENTS SHOULD BE AFRAID OF THEIR PEOPLE

29th April 2009, 07:30 PM	#10
GazBram Single Turbo Single Turbo - Manual Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kirkby in Ashfield Notts Posts: 102	Adam may also get a lesson on how to swear when knuckles are bleading The weather does look good for some DIY car work, i hope both jobs go well for you Martin and if all else fails, jump on your bike and have a blast around __________________ Why do we always want more?

22nd April 2009, 05:21 PM	#3
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Thanks Dunk, I'll check it out tomorrow. On the anti-roll bar link, what to you make of this ? http://www.japarts.co.uk/shop/index....c1217e92a6b0e5 Seems OK - or not ! a lot cheaper though.

23rd April 2009, 07:11 AM	#6
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Martin, the drop link joint isn't worn out - its just partially siezed from standing for long periods. - bit like me really ! I'll give the cheaper parts a go, I won't be doing many miles anyway - so longevity isn't going to be an issue.

29th April 2009, 09:11 AM	#8
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Managed to get both rear shocks and both brop links for £215 delivered ! - guess who's going to be busy this week end ?

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