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Title: Galaxy Mk 3 rear trailing link bushes
Post by: Stan Stockdale on May 07, 2018, 11:06:13 PM
Any members have the tool to replace the rear trailing arm bushes,
need to hire borrow or pay to have bush fitted, can anyone help.
Cant find an indy willing to replace them.
In Kent but could drive to have fitted while I wait.

thanks
2008 Mk 3 Galaxy Ghia.
Title: Re: Galaxy Mk 3 rear trailing link bushes
Post by: mike wilson on May 08, 2018, 02:01:27 PM
You don't _need_ the tool, although it helps.  Can be done with suitable diameters of pipe, washers and lengths of stud.  There are tapers on the bushes to aid insertion, so make sure it goes in the right way and is properly aligned with regard to twist.  There are marks on the arms.