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MG MGF Technical - Wishbones - front

The upper side of both Left and Right wishbones (MGF 1996 VVC) are showing signs of rust. Seems the MOT test in Feb missed these!

I will be replacing them soonest, which is a fair DIY job. Advice appreciated:-
A) Whilst I've got the subframe dropped and joints split, I will change upper and lower knuckles. Can I use a splitter fork and hammer or must I get a spliiter with a screw attachment?
B) Should I be using poly bushes at any place I take apart?

Jeff
J Lennon

Splitter with the screw attachment works better Jeff.

With respect to poly bushes - there's an argument for replacing worn bushes, but be aware that not all PU bushes are the same - indeed I gather than some are actually 'softer' than the standard metalastic bushes used as OEM...
Rob Bell

Thank you Rob for your advice.
I've got a hammer in fork type - but sounds like I need to invest in the screw up tight first variety.

http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=298845 has pics of a tech/servicing day. The wishbone with the hole in it is mine!

Jeff
J Lennon

Broke my hammer/fork splitter!!! That'll teach me to buy cheap Chinese tools off fleabay >:o(

Holes in the wishbone is unfortunately a common fault as our cars get older. Always worth inspecting come service time. Surprisingly my car is still on its 1995 originals... Got a pair in the stockpile just in case though :o)
Rob Bell

This thread was discussed between 18/06/2009 and 22/06/2009

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