Xantia - Replacing strut tops and hydraulic pipes

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Re: Xantia - Replacing strut tops and hydraulic pipes

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Hell Razor5543 wrote: 27 Nov 2021, 14:55 You might find it easier to replace the wishbone (rather than the bushes), as everything will (assuming a decent maker) be lined up properly. If the 'P' bush (item C) is not aligned correctly it will wear out fairly quickly (although I am sure CitroJim would have told you this).
Along with tightening up the bolts before lowering the car onto its wheels....another P-bush killer :)
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Re: Xantia - Replacing strut tops and hydraulic pipes

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When Citronut helped me with Gracie we got the wishbones in place with the bolts done up tight enough that things didn't come loose when she was dropped back down onto her wheels. THEN (after we set the suspension to the normal ride height) we tightened the bolts up to the right torque.

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Re: Xantia - Replacing strut tops and hydraulic pipes

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Hi James
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