Rear wishbone seat damage
#1 Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi,
I am in the process rebuilding the IRS and diff and have the unit out of the car and dismantled. Most parts are not too bad, the diff is being sent off for rebuild, however the rear inner wishbone bearing seats are damaged on both wishbones, the photo shows the damage. My question is what can be done? My initial thoughts are to have bearing seats professionally bored and sleeved, I would think all four would have to be done in order to ensure the correct alignment.
Any thoughts, alternative ideas and any recommended companies who could carry the repair work would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Simon
I am in the process rebuilding the IRS and diff and have the unit out of the car and dismantled. Most parts are not too bad, the diff is being sent off for rebuild, however the rear inner wishbone bearing seats are damaged on both wishbones, the photo shows the damage. My question is what can be done? My initial thoughts are to have bearing seats professionally bored and sleeved, I would think all four would have to be done in order to ensure the correct alignment.
Any thoughts, alternative ideas and any recommended companies who could carry the repair work would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Simon
Simon
1969 S2 2+2, 1974 MG Midget
1969 S2 2+2, 1974 MG Midget
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#2 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
An alternative solution is to go for phosphor bronze bushes. The arm could be machined out and bushes made to fit. I have them in my car and after about 30k miles, they still work well.
Angus 67 FHC 1E33656
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#3 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
+1 for the bronze solution. Or you can buy a pair of undamaged arms, probably the best solution to get it 100% correct
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#4 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi Simon
I might have a pair in my garage you can have
I’ll photo them and send a picture
Roy
I might have a pair in my garage you can have
I’ll photo them and send a picture
Roy
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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#5 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi all,
Thanks for your replies.
Angus - are these bushes available 'off the shelf' and as over sized or would they have to be custom made?
Robbie - please let me know the details and what you want for them.
Many thanks
Simon
Thanks for your replies.
Angus - are these bushes available 'off the shelf' and as over sized or would they have to be custom made?
Robbie - please let me know the details and what you want for them.
Many thanks
Simon
Simon
1969 S2 2+2, 1974 MG Midget
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#6 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi SImon, the standard ones are off the shelf. Yours would have to be custom made.
Angus
Angus
Angus 67 FHC 1E33656
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#7 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi Simon
I’m not sure they’re the correct type/dimension for you
I’ve stuck a tape measure next to them to see
You can have them for £50
If they’re the correct size I’ll press out the bearings and see if they’re ok
Robbie
I’m not sure they’re the correct type/dimension for you
I’ve stuck a tape measure next to them to see
You can have them for £50
If they’re the correct size I’ll press out the bearings and see if they’re ok
Robbie
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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#8 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi
I’ve pressed out the bushes and the bore looks pristine(see photo)
Don’t be put off by apparent rust/mud/oil..the wishbones are fine
I’ve pressed out the bushes and the bore looks pristine(see photo)
Don’t be put off by apparent rust/mud/oil..the wishbones are fine
Robbie 1962 3.8 Coupe OSG 1962 OTS ODG
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#9 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Hi Robbie,
They are the same size as mine and will be fine after a good clean! I will drop you a PM to arrange pick up etc, I am based in Notts so not too away.
Thanks
Simon
They are the same size as mine and will be fine after a good clean! I will drop you a PM to arrange pick up etc, I am based in Notts so not too away.
Thanks
Simon
Simon
1969 S2 2+2, 1974 MG Midget
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#10 Re: Rear wishbone seat damage
Great example of what this forum is all about.....helping each other...well done all Steve
Steve
69 S2 2+2 (just sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
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