Stupid End Links
Stupid End Links
Anybody got any tips for getting the end links off - I got the nut off only so far before the joint starting turning. I tried putting a hex key in the end to hold it but it rounded off. I am going to have to resort to cutting the link off?
thnx
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Re: Stupid End Links
yes, cutting seems a very common requirement. Are you replacing with factory stock ones or something else?
Re: Stupid End Links
I was able to get 1 cleanly off, the other 3 had to all be cut off with an angle grinder. Wasn't a fun job at all, but you gotta do what you gotta do.
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Re: Stupid End Links
has to cut mine...there's no other way they would've come out
RIP 400whp ZE-T MX-3
Current car : Golf 01 GTI 1.8T (15 psi)
Current car : Golf 01 GTI 1.8T (15 psi)
Re: Stupid End Links
and when I think about it, we did my buddy's earlier in the winter and all 4 of his had to be cut off.
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I cut mine off. A few years ago though I also took them off, but without cutting them. I cleaned the thread with a dremel and wire wheel, then sprayed it plenty with Liquid Wrench. Let it soak and then was able to take the nut off.
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just going to replace with new Mazda links - nothing special. I'm glad it's not just me that has had trouble with these things. Canadian Tire have a 105 piece Mastercraft "Dremel" which I'll I'll get in the morning
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Re: Stupid End Links
Where did you guys get your replacement endlinks? Are end links part of any bushings kits?
Thanks,
Marc
Thanks,
Marc
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Re: Stupid End Links
for replacements you can check this thread
http://www.mx-3.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=20;t=001056
http://www.mx-3.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=20;t=001056
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Re: Stupid End Links
I'm installing stabilizer bar Energy Suspension bushings front & rear on a 95 RS. After much research, apparently no one makes urethane aftermarket end links for the MX-3. In fact, the front bar bushings I got from Energy Suspension will require some modification as they are not manufactured for the MX-3 either but can be made to fit the bar.Where did you guys get your replacement endlinks? Are end links part of any bushings kits?
This is not an option for the end links though, due to the somewhat unusual design of this part for the MX-3. I plan on cking a local perf. shop to see about the type mentioned in that other thread link above. If I go with stock end link replacements (already know the old ones will require cutting off), I'll order them from http://www.trussvillemazda.com/partsstore/ as these guys seem to have the best price compared to my local Mazda dealership. The quote trussville sent me as follows:
Jim,
The part number for the front is EA03-34-170A. The list price is $31.60 each and we sell them for $25.28 each plus shipping. The part number for the rear is EA01-28-170D. The list price is $45.80 each and we sell them for $36.64 each. We do not keep them in stock so it will take a few days to get them here and then we can ship them to you. We do not have these part's on our website yet. The best way to place your order would be to call us at 800-633-8285 from 7:30 AM till 6:00 PM Central time or Fax us the Shipping and Billing information to 205-836-0195 anytime. We accept payment by credit card.
Thanks,
Marshall
I couldn't find any other online parts supplier with even the stock end link replacements. Hope this helps.
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Re: Stupid End Links
got mine from tongue freek on the board...they are suppose to be solid end links...still waiting for them thoughOriginally posted by MarcJ:
Where did you guys get your replacement endlinks? Are end links part of any bushings kits?
Thanks,
Marc
RIP 400whp ZE-T MX-3
Current car : Golf 01 GTI 1.8T (15 psi)
Current car : Golf 01 GTI 1.8T (15 psi)