Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 2002 HDi Torsion Bar

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Sun 19 Apr 2009 20:14
2002 HDi Torsion Bar - Danny 3051
My 2002 hdi meridian is riding low on the rear and the o/s inner tyre almost touches the inner arch I'm running on 195 55 15's so nothing too unusual and there's reasonable clearence on the n/s. Kwik fit 'think' it's got and adjustable spline system? or an expensive repair. There's no rumbles or knocking and it rides just clear of the bump stop but sits lower on o/s. Any ideas or advise please ?

Edited by rtj70 on 19/04/2009 at 21:37

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Sun 19 Apr 2009 21:24
torsion bar - Old Navy
For a suspension problem I would suggest an independent car repairer rather than a tyre fast fit outfit. I think it sounds like a trailing arm bearing problem, but seek expert advice.
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Sun 19 Apr 2009 21:26
torsion bar - massey
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Sun 19 Apr 2009 21:29
torsion bar - Old Navy
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You a new moderator ? Danny is new to the forum.
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Sun 19 Apr 2009 23:25
torsion bar - bell boy
new ish axle innit
scrappers cheapest
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Mon 20 Apr 2009 23:25
torsion bar - rip
Firstly have you posted and searched on www.pug306.net/forum/ there is lots on the rear beam.
Yes they do fail and when they do normally the wheels (one or both) start leaning inwards and the handling invariably suffers too. My car, the Citroen Xsara (same suspension at the rear) had the problem that there was no lean at all, but the rear was seized solid- no movement in it at all. to give you and ides of cost:

Rear beam sourced myself £80
Fitting and new brake fluid £120
Rear shock absorbers £90.

So not cheap but cheaper than buying another car!

Edited by rip on 20/04/2009 at 23:29

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