why take it to Peddars I'd be taking it to a reputable 4x4 shop, they know 4x4s inside out
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why take it to Peddars I'd be taking it to a reputable 4x4 shop, they know 4x4s inside out
I only took mine to Pedders as they are a suspension shop. I liked the full written report and it cost me nothing but the time. The mrs and I just went around the corner to a cafe and had a coffee. Bloke was a patrol owner too.
I don't doubt what they found needed attention but yeah, their prices leave a lot to be desired.
I've booked the car in at my local TJM. The guy there is a real nice bloke and he said it's a real common problem with the Patrols, especially the GU's which I can attest to having owned 2.
My tyres are a bit scrappy, but it's not the tyres. I've swapped wheels and tyres as a test and the problem still remained. It's just one of those things that happen over time. Only takes one little thing to start wearing out a bit and problems arise. Luckily I haven't been offroad for a year to do any more damage. I'm not exactly rolling in money right now to fix these things. Unfortunately though, I'm going to have to hold off on the small panel repair for the moment. Steering is far more important and I know as a buyer, I'd much rather smooth driving that some panel damaged fixed, haha.
Good move mate. Just get them to do the bushes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Timbo
Rod ends are a spanner Job.. Easy as to do yourself, and a simple wheel alignment after and you'll be in top shape.
To check the front wheel bearing / king (swivel) bearing.
Jack onside.
Take a hold of the wheel at the 3 and 9 o'clock position - push backwards and forwards - any movement - if so probably wheel bearing
Take a hold of the wheel at the 12 and 6 po'clock position - push backwards and forwards - any movement - if so probably wheel bearing king (swivel) bearing.
Jack the other side a repeat test
I picked up a complete wheel and king bearing kit off Ebay for $200 - including the nut socket
Note: pedders was the only vendor I could find for the front bushes for my old mk
Careful with the pedders caster offset bushes.
they flex so well you may find it still wobbles on rd.
but off rd you gain flex.
personally if I had to do it all over again and may well be doing just that soon.
I'd be going drop boxes or superior arms
m2cw
Stick with OEM rubber bushes and use drop boxes if your lift is 3inch or over. I have heard too many stories if offset bushes prematurely destroying themselves.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robo
I've got the same issues in my gq. I've discovered that my track rod is bent, causing it to have a lot of toe out. This may help explain the pulling to the left that you have. Just have a good look at your track rod.