Nylander Strut kit

rg · Post by rg » 23 Aug 2005, 13:19

Folks,
Is this chap still around? I have mailed him and got an "out of office" reply.
Maybe someone can answer - the strut tops appear to come in two halves - a "weld spot" is mentioned. maybe there is something "lost in translation", but do the two halves need welding, or is he describing two locating lugs?
Any other thoughts on ease of fitment and delivery welcomed!
rg

citronut · Post by **citronut** » 23 Aug 2005, 14:01

if you mean XANTIA strut tops when they part company they are scrap,if you look up my posting on this subject it will be very clear when you see my picys
regards malcolm

rg · Post by rg » 23 Aug 2005, 14:10

Citronut,
Just to clarify, this is a question about the aftermarket XM strut top kit developed by a chap in Sweden.
See:
http://web.telia.com/~u43116231/index2.htm
rg

NiSk · Post by **NiSk** » 23 Aug 2005, 14:46

Yes, the two halves must be welded at the point marked in the drawing (not a large or continuous weld though).
If he doesn't answer your e-mail. you could always try phoning him: +46 706 437315
//NiSk

rg · Post by rg » 23 Aug 2005, 18:23

NiSk,
Have you installed one of these? Does the heat of welding damage the rubber cone?
rg

NiSk · Post by **NiSk** » 23 Aug 2005, 18:49

No, my turrents disintegrated (very nearly) on my XM '93 TD12 shortly before Nylander started manufacturing his repair kit. I had to pay through the nose for 2 new units from Citroën, but since then they have increased the price by about 60%! (PSA that is).
The welding is done before the rubber is glued into the inside of the (newly formed) hemisphere.
//NiSk

rg · Post by rg » 23 Aug 2005, 19:24

Thanks.
So, they can't be produced any other way? I thought that they could be pressed/machined while?
Or am i missing something fundamental about the design??
rg