Post #51
I fitted these last week and have to say they are great, feel the bumps a bit more but feels alot better when cornering.
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 dark1
Newbie  Location: chatham Registered: 10 Dec 2006 Posts: 50 Status: Offline |
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 Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 00:31
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ruffgeezer
Newbie  Location: Spisby Registered: 18 Aug 2007 Posts: 4 Status: Offline |
Post #52
Just a thought though, who wants to scrabble under the car regreasing the rear ones ever few thousand miles? Can you honestly say they will outlast the OE stuff? I mean look how easy it is to damage the rear beam bearings by rubbing up a kerb, its not something reserved for high mileage cars belive me. The earliest BXs used to run something similar, and they were nigh on a replace on service item. Also if the bearings fail, is it guranteed that the old bearings can be removed without damaging the housings? All valid points i think, I want to look before I leap on this. ________________________________________ Zx Volcane TD; because i'm cheap. |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 00:36
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chris with a pug
Seasoned Pro  Location: Southampton Registered: 16 Feb 2003 Posts: 5,366 Status: Offline |
Post #53
ruffgeezer wrote: Just a thought though, who wants to scrabble under the car regreasing the rear ones ever few thousand miles? Can you honestly say they will outlast the OE stuff? I mean look how easy it is to damage the rear beam bearings by rubbing up a kerb, its not something reserved for high mileage cars belive me. The earliest BXs used to run something similar, and they were nigh on a replace on service item. Also if the bearings fail, is it guranteed that the old bearings can be removed without damaging the housings? All valid points i think, I want to look before I leap on this. Stop being such a big girl. The qualilty is secind to none |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 00:56
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Welly
Forum Admin Location: Brizzle Registered: 11 Jan 2004 Posts: 21,796 Status: Offline |
Post #54
ruffgeezerRead here ________________________________________ Life is a lie. The only certainty of which is death. Go live and enjoy yourself. The clock is tickingVrs power!! |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 01:05
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ruffgeezer
Newbie Location: Spisby Registered: 18 Aug 2007 Posts: 4 Status: Offline |
Post #55
I'm sorry but there is no hard evidence there that would make me think otherwise, even towards the end of that thread someone suggests changing the bearings frequently, Once a year?There is no indication as to how easy this operation is, its an outdated way of doing things if I'm honest, as I said before, citroen tried it and reverted back to bushes.4 Horses for courses chaps, better than to go into this blind. ________________________________________ Zx Volcane TD; because i'm cheap. |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:05
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Welly
Forum Admin Location: Brizzle Registered: 11 Jan 2004 Posts: 21,796 Status: Offline |
Post #56
Fair enough i guess thats the beauty about this place. Everyone is entitled to there own opinion.________________________________________ Life is a lie. The only certainty of which is death. Go live and enjoy yourself. The clock is tickingVrs power!! |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:12
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fletch
Track Head  Location: The nearest Shell garage Registered: 12 Jun 2004 Posts: 12,273 Status: Offline |
Post #57
ruffgeezer wrote: I'm sorry but there is no hard evidence there that would make me think otherwise, even towards the end of that thread someone suggests changing the bearings frequently, Once a year? There is no indication as to how easy this operation is, its an outdated way of doing things if I'm honest, as I said before, citroen tried it and reverted back to bushes.4 Horses for courses chaps, better than to go into this blind. I think its going to be a case of empirical evidence being gathered over the next year or so. Maybe in a year or two you can make a fully informed judgement. |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:18
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro  Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #58
ruffgeezer wrote: Just a thought though, who wants to scrabble under the car regreasing the rear ones ever few thousand miles? You can grease them without jacking up the car; put the wheel on full lock and reach under there. ruffgeezer wrote: Can you honestly say they will outlast the OE stuff? Yes. ruffgeezer wrote: I mean look how easy it is to damage the rear beam bearings by rubbing up a kerb, its not something reserved for high mileage cars belive me. I wouldn't say they are that delicate. Although unless you let your Mrs drive your car, kerbs shouldn't be a problem. Or that the case for me anyway  ruffgeezer wrote: is it guranteed that the old bearings can be removed without damaging the housings?? Depends on the competency of the person doing it. ruffgeezer wrote: All valid points i think, I want to look before I leap on this. If your afraid of scrabbling around under your car I wouldn't bother  ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:42
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #59
ruffgeezer wrote: I'm sorry but there is no hard evidence there that would make me think otherwise, even towards the end of that thread someone suggests changing the bearings frequently, Once a year? From reviewing mine I wouldn't say this is neccessary - mine are as tight as they were when first fitted to the car. ruffgeezer wrote: There is no indication as to how easy this operation is, its an outdated way of doing things if I'm honest, as I said before, citroen tried it and reverted back to bushes.4 Horses for courses chaps, better than to go into this blind. If i'm honest I don't care what you think - if a problem develops through something i've sold I will remedy it - and people on here know that hence my reputation. I don't see the need to go looking for trouble - and if trouble comes up i'll deal with it. Relax - they will be fine  ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:49
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laurentgarnier
Seasoned Pro  Location: Leicester here i come!Soon!!! Registered: 05 Sep 2007 Posts: 1,520 Status: Offline |
Post #60
Ignore the sceptic Rich. Your reputation is well founded and your goodies are the dogs  ________________________________________ The LevellerTeam China™ Laurent Garnier "The Man With The Red Face" |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 04:54
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #61
laurentgarnier wrote: Ignore the sceptic Rich. Your reputation is well founded and your goodies are the dogs Thanks pal Even though half of your goodies are still under my bed  BTW, If you can find out what size your ball joints are [16/18mm], I may have a pair of bones I could fit your bushes too. These bones are complete with BJ's of the 18mm variety. ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 05:09
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gazzerdaman
Seasoned Pro  Location: Chelmsford Registered: 25 Sep 2003 Posts: 10,283 Status: Offline |
Post #62
Should be the later bigger ones on Tony's car________________________________________ GaryCherry Red GTi 6 |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 05:14
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fletch
Track Head Location: The nearest Shell garage Registered: 12 Jun 2004 Posts: 12,273 Status: Offline |
Post #63
gazzerdaman wrote: Should be the later bigger ones on Tony's car  Tis proven.. |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 05:19
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gazzerdaman
Seasoned Pro Location: Chelmsford Registered: 25 Sep 2003 Posts: 10,283 Status: Offline |
Post #64
*cough* c*nt *cough* ________________________________________ GaryCherry Red GTi 6 |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 05:23
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fletch
Track Head Location: The nearest Shell garage Registered: 12 Jun 2004 Posts: 12,273 Status: Offline |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 05:29
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midlife
Seasoned Pro  Location: Colne, Lancashire Registered: 13 Mar 2006 Posts: 7,544 Status: Offline |
Post #66
Had mine MOT'd last month & the tester was well impressed that there was zero play in the bushes!! ie he could not move the wheel at all!!If your a sceptic and dont like the idea, simple dont buy them, im sure you will have fun with your rubber bushes. Ive had mine on for a good 6 months and they are still like new. I cant fault them! ________________________________________ Get used to seeing the yellow one !!! Team 330™ Team "no front end or engine" Team "LIMITED EDITION" I live for the 306 sticker  Team 0-60 in 6.44 & standing qtr in 14.808 @ 94.55mph all with std engine 203bhp Corolla T-Sport daily driver stealthier than Kwai Chang Caine |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 06:47
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laurentgarnier
Seasoned Pro Location: Leicester here i come!Soon!!! Registered: 05 Sep 2007 Posts: 1,520 Status: Offline |
Post #67
The bjs are the large type Rich. I'm sure the last set of rollers will be out the door sooner rather than later ________________________________________ The LevellerTeam China™ Laurent Garnier "The Man With The Red Face" |
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Posted 3rd Dec 2007 at 16:42
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eax81k
Newbie Location: caernarfon Registered: 26 Dec 2007 Posts: 27 Status: Offline |
Post #68
hi i am very intrested in the roller bearing kit for the bottom arms have u still got a kit for sale |
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Posted 26th Dec 2007 at 02:24
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dean a
Newbie Location: Nailsworth / Gloucestershire Registered: 17 Jan 2008 Posts: 40 Status: Offline |
Post #69
Hi Rich,I just wanted to register my interest in a set of these, they look fantastic. I have left this a little late, but unfortunately have only just stumbled on this forum  Cheers, Dean |
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Posted 17th Jan 2008 at 15:15
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damien
Seasoned Pro  Location: kent Registered: 27 May 2005 Posts: 5,853 Status: Offline |
Post #70
do you think these would fit onto a 205 wishbone? |
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Posted 17th Jan 2008 at 15:23
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #71
I currently don't have any left unfortunately However i'm willing to get more made if there is sufficient interest  If you want start a list of names and we'll see how much interest we get.. If we get enough i'll get another batch made Cheers, Rich ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 17th Jan 2008 at 15:40
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #72
damien wrote: do you think these would fit onto a 205 wishbone? No idea Damien  I'm guessing not though, as i'm sure if they did someone would of bought some for them by now ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 17th Jan 2008 at 15:41
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dean a
Newbie Location: Nailsworth / Gloucestershire Registered: 17 Jan 2008 Posts: 40 Status: Offline |
Post #73
rich_w wrote: I currently don't have any left unfortunately However i'm willing to get more made if there is sufficient interest If you want start a list of names and we'll see how much interest we get.. If we get enough i'll get another batch made Cheers, Rich That's to be expected really, after all I did post a good month after everyone else! Excellent, how many takers do we need? I'll kick off the list then: 1) Dean |
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Posted 17th Jan 2008 at 15:49
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stuart638
Regular  Location: Faversham Registered: 24 Oct 2007 Posts: 201 Status: Offline |
Post #74
Hi RichThanks for the PM...put me down for a set also. 1) Dean 2) Stuart638 |
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Posted 5th Feb 2008 at 17:45
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rich_w
Seasoned Pro Location: Havant, Hampshire Registered: 29 Jul 2004 Posts: 5,412 Status: Offline |
Post #75
Your welcome Stuart  Anyone else fancy a set of these? A batch needs to be made to make it viable ________________________________________ Contact Details:rich@lynxpowerengineering.co.uk 07732 822546 |
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Posted 5th Feb 2008 at 20:59
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