Front Stabilizer Links?

Post by **Pushki** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 12:35 pm

Does anyone have a guide for replacing the front stabilizer links?
Any useful tips and photos would help.

Post by **Merlin** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 12:59 pm

They are pretty much the same as the rears in that you need to use an allen key to get the drop link off the arm. It is an easy job.

Post by **Pushki** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 1:05 pm

Merlin wrote:It is an easy job.

That's a relief!

I guess I have to jack the whole front of the car up?

Will I need wheel alignment or tracking done afterwards?

Post by **Merlin** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 1:45 pm

Yeah it is best to get the car up so there isn't pressure on the ARB. You wont need a wheel alignment

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 1:47 pm

...but you may need a reciprocating saw! My rears were so corroded no hex keys would fit...

Darkam · Post by **Darkam** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 8:26 pm

I was planing on changing my bushing on those links are de-grip all the bolts before doing it on I realie I don't have the right allen key so I use a 14mm wrench to keep the top bolt (on top of the arm I mean) in place... Is that ok ?

Post by **Vtecmec** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 8:57 pm

I found some pics that might help you to visualise.

Post by **Pushki** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 11:08 pm

Thank you for the help guys. I don't feel so nervous tackling this now.

BMCC · Post by **BMCC** » Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:13 am

I've always had problems with the lower nut as it siezes and is PITA to get off.

Darkam · Post by **Darkam** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 2:29 pm

And what brand are those front stab links ? Worth buying ?