series 2 front suspension drop links

[Gjb622]

1969 Series 2 2+2

I am just finishing up my front suspension refresh. I got a little confused when re-installing the drop link between the sway bar and the lower wishbone.

Some background – this car is original and not been restored or messed with in the past. I disconnected the drop links and I never disassembled the lower wishbone. There was 1 washer per bolt on the drop links so 2 washers per side.

I can only see one way to re-assemble.

• Bolt (without a washer) goes through drop link and then sway bar. Then a washer and a nyloc nut.
• The bolt (with a washer) goes through the lower wishbone then the drop link and a nyloc nut (no washer).
This puts the drop link on the inside of the lower wishbone. I looked at internet pictures and there is no clear-cut pattern, especially since many are aftermarket drop links. The parts diagrams are no real help.

A picture is attached. Can you look at your car and verify the orientation?



Thanks in advance.

[abowie]

That's correct.

The big washer stops the bush from slipping out of the drop link (don't ask how I know this).