Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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RPWC
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Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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How difficult is it to change the a r b bushes, according to manual you have to lower subframe disconnect steering rack and lower arms.
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Re: Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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If it's the actual Anti Roll Bar itself, that's correct Rich. The ARB Drop links are a lot simpler.

To do the ARB you really need to have it on a 4 post lift to support and lower the subframe. The exhaust clamps and PS pipes also need moving temporarily.
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Re: Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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Oh well its a garage job again then. I can't do all that lying on my back. Thanks Marc
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Re: Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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I would consider seeing if there are any related parts that need doing at the same time Rich whilst they have it on the post - will save labour time.
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Re: Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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Both bottom arms and drop links replaced already Marc, as well as discs and pads.
Not much else can need replacing , other than driveshaft ends, or track rod ends. Near side one has already been done, t r e I can change myself.
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Re: Dispatch mark2 anti roll bar bush

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Does the whole subframe need to come off to change arb bushes or can the rear just be lowered? Haynes manual says arms and rack don't need to be disconnected. But what about exhaust? Not a job I can do on the drive??
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