Rear Suspension Overhaul
Posted: Sun Feb 11, 2018 12:50 am
Amazing what finding a stale donut leads to! While waiting for a cvds from elantrikbits, I've started pulling the rear suspension apart to identify what else needs to be done. So far, a totally "melted" bumpstop and shroud, dry-rotted lotocones, and questionable rear wishbone bushes have led to a fairly complete dismantling.
The mucked up shroud and strut cleaned up ok, now I need to find a key/wrench to remove the damper from the strut and determine whether I have a rebuild or repair opportunity.
Seeing what I have (and have out), I'm interested in your recommendations on things I should consider upgrading. I wasnt planning on replacing the bearings and have no strange sounds, but assume I should do so since I've come this far. Any recommendations on struts, dampers, and springs? Any real value to changing to 2.5" springs from 4"? Anythings else to consider?
The mucked up shroud and strut cleaned up ok, now I need to find a key/wrench to remove the damper from the strut and determine whether I have a rebuild or repair opportunity.
Seeing what I have (and have out), I'm interested in your recommendations on things I should consider upgrading. I wasnt planning on replacing the bearings and have no strange sounds, but assume I should do so since I've come this far. Any recommendations on struts, dampers, and springs? Any real value to changing to 2.5" springs from 4"? Anythings else to consider?