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Vtr_HBO
12th November 2010, 13:09
I was just wondering how easy it is to fit new drop links, 1999 Saxo VTR, i have a fairly good knowledge of working on saxo's done a lot on my last one

never attempted this before, cant seem to find a guide either :( (Maybe i just fail?) any help appreciated!#

Cheers!

LScottBell
12th November 2010, 13:32
10 min job mate. Front wheel off you will see the drop link. 2 bolts hold it on thier notorious for seizing though if so grind them off and then swap for the new one.

onscam
12th November 2010, 13:57
Use a trolley jack on the bottom of the strut (not disc) to close the strut. it should then just fall out if it doesn't seize

Vtr_HBO
12th November 2010, 16:00
Awesome!! Thanks guys i will be doing this on monday/tuesday and will post up the results!

Peace out :drink:

Vtr_HBO
16th November 2010, 10:40
update: very very easy to do, successfully fitted the new drop links and WOW what a difference...that was definately the cause of the rattle/shake

thanks for help again!

LScottBell
16th November 2010, 11:10
Brilliant mate.. Mines were the same they were making an awful clunk all the time and thier about 12 quid each and an easy change. Well worth it

Juggyluggs
16th November 2010, 16:00
what were the symptoms if they do decide to go?

LScottBell
16th November 2010, 16:47
Its a clunk noise from the front of the car mate. Especially going over speed bumps you will easy notice it