Author Topic: Front Wishbone (Read 3646 times)

guest1304 · « **on:** March 19, 2010, 06:37:58 PM »

Hi, I am new on this forum, I own a '54 reg SE. After running over a pot-hole, I noticed a knocking from the driver's side front wheel area. I have checked underneath and noticed that the rear bush on the wishbone is loose and this is where the noise is coming from.

I have now got a new wishbone, and was wondering how hard it is to fit, is this area sprung loaded or is it safe to remove without special tools?

Any info would be appreciated.

Many thanks.

JazzyB · « **Reply #1 on:** March 19, 2010, 07:46:04 PM »

As far as I can tell it isn't spring loaded looking in the Haynes manual. It gives it a three spanner rating as fairly difficult suitable for the competent DIY mechanic.

I would suggest getting the Haynes manual for this one.

guest1304 · « **Reply #2 on:** March 19, 2010, 08:28:54 PM »

Thanks JazzyB, i have had the car up on the jack this evening and had a look, i hope to remove the old wishbone tommorow and fit the new one.

guest1304 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 20, 2010, 11:33:28 AM »

Result, i have fitted the new arm today,had no real problems and saved a packet.
When i called HONDA, i was quoted over £200 for the part, got one off ebay for £25.
Now driving a quite jazz again