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SPEED BUMPS KILL CAR SUSPENSION – NOW THERE'S AN EASY D.I.Y SOLUTION
Vehicle Suspension damage has increased because of Speed Bumps. The risk of damage can be reduced by simply adding rubbers to the suspension Coil Springs claims a new report – it's a D.I.Y task that takes about 20 minutes and costs thirty-five pounds.
According to Mail Order specialists, Carparts-direct.co.uk, Car Coil Springs are one of the most common parts to break due to speed bumps. Suspension joints, Shock Absorbers and Wishbones are also likely to fail when motorists encounter the thousands of Speed Bumps across the UK.
Car Parts Direct provide an easy-to-fit product designed to upgrade a vehicle's suspension, improve ride comfort, handling, performance and importantly prevent ‘bottoming out' caused by speed bumps and rough road surfaces. The Suspension Muscle kit slides into the rear coil springs. Fitting the Suspension Muscle Kit is claimed to be easy: simply jack up the back of the vehicle and slip the rubbers into the Coil Springs - no special tools are required.
Car Parts Direct have also produced an online video to explain how to fit the product and how to look for damaged suspension components. There's also a video to guide motorists on how to replace their own damaged Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs . Mark Cornwall of Car Parts Direct said, “It appears speed bumps are here to stay. That's why we have taken action to reduce the risk of suspension damage and minimise the cost of repair for our customers if damage is caused by speed bumps. Online video guides are a great method of explaining solutions”.
If the Coil Springs of a vehicle need to be replaced it is important that Coil Spring Compressors are used to fit them. This tool can cost upwards of £50. Car Parts Direct provide a pair of heavy duty Coil Spring compressors for just £9.95 when ordering any Shock Absorbers or Coil Springs from their website..
To see how easy it is to fit the Suspension Muscle kit, check or replace Shockers or Coil Springs visit
Vehicle Suspension damage has increased because of Speed Bumps. The risk of damage can be reduced by simply adding rubbers to the suspension Coil Springs claims a new report – it's a D.I.Y task that takes about 20 minutes and costs thirty-five pounds.
According to Mail Order specialists, Carparts-direct.co.uk, Car Coil Springs are one of the most common parts to break due to speed bumps. Suspension joints, Shock Absorbers and Wishbones are also likely to fail when motorists encounter the thousands of Speed Bumps across the UK.
Car Parts Direct provide an easy-to-fit product designed to upgrade a vehicle's suspension, improve ride comfort, handling, performance and importantly prevent ‘bottoming out' caused by speed bumps and rough road surfaces. The Suspension Muscle kit slides into the rear coil springs. Fitting the Suspension Muscle Kit is claimed to be easy: simply jack up the back of the vehicle and slip the rubbers into the Coil Springs - no special tools are required.
Car Parts Direct have also produced an online video to explain how to fit the product and how to look for damaged suspension components. There's also a video to guide motorists on how to replace their own damaged Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs . Mark Cornwall of Car Parts Direct said, “It appears speed bumps are here to stay. That's why we have taken action to reduce the risk of suspension damage and minimise the cost of repair for our customers if damage is caused by speed bumps. Online video guides are a great method of explaining solutions”.
If the Coil Springs of a vehicle need to be replaced it is important that Coil Spring Compressors are used to fit them. This tool can cost upwards of £50. Car Parts Direct provide a pair of heavy duty Coil Spring compressors for just £9.95 when ordering any Shock Absorbers or Coil Springs from their website..
To see how easy it is to fit the Suspension Muscle kit, check or replace Shockers or Coil Springs visit
MOTORISTS - HOW TO AVOID THE EXPENSE OF A FAULTY DRIVE SHAFT
Drive shafts are a common part to fail on many modern vehicles. A replacement can cost several hundred pounds. It's an expensive repair that can easily be avoided for any motorists who has 5-minutes to spare and good eyesight. The technical expert from Mail order specialists, Car Parts Direct explains how.
The drive shaft is the bar that drives the wheels of a vehicle. Rubber gaiters are located at each end of the shafts. These gaiters prevent water from damaging the bearings at the end of the drive shaft; the part called the constant velocity joint, also commonly known as the CV Joint. The drive shaft gaiters can tear and regularly fail on the annual MOT test. Once moisture has gone past the gaiter, the drive shaft will normally need replacing within weeks. So waiting for the annual MOT is not a good idea.
The drive shaft is the bar that drives the wheels of a vehicle. Rubber gaiters are located at each end of the shafts. These gaiters prevent water from damaging the bearings at the end of the drive shaft; the part called the constant velocity joint, also commonly known as the CV Joint. The drive shaft gaiters can tear and regularly fail on the annual MOT test. Once moisture has gone past the gaiter, the drive shaft will normally need replacing within weeks. So waiting for the annual MOT is not a good idea.
The first signs of drive shaft damage will be a clicking or knocking noise, especially when turning a bend. The knocking will become more severe; driving the vehicle at this stage is dangerous as the drive shaft can separate from the wheel and cause an accident.
Drive shaft gaiters should be visually inspected regularly. Look for signs of wear, cracking or splits in the rubber gaiters. If in any doubt, replacement is recommended to avoid the more costly job of replacing the complete driveshaft should a gaiter fail.
A new Do-It-Yourself ‘Easy fit Drive Shaft gaiter kit' has been developed that allows a replacement gaiter to be fitted without using tools or needing to remove any other parts whatsoever. The new kit includes everything required to carry out the job in about 15 minutes. According to the supplier, a motorist with the most basic D.I.Y experience should find the kit simple to fit.
The new CV gaiter that has a tongue and grooved seam. Also included is a knife to remove the old gaiter, grease, ties and a special adhesive to seal the new boot in minutes. The kit also includes latex gloves and full Do-It-Yourself instructions. The gaiter is universal and designed fit most vehicles on the road. Having a single gaiter fitted at the dealers can cost up-to a £100. A complete replacement Drive Shaft will cost substantially more.
Martin Mosley, technical expert at Car Parts Direct said, " Checking your drive shaft gaiters is as easy as checking Wiper blades and could save motorists a small fortune on a major repair . Once the clicking starts replacing the gaiter is normally a waste of time. The bearings have been contaminated and CV joint or Drive Shaft will require replacement."
Mail order specialist, Car Parts Direct supplies the ‘Easy Fit Drive Shaft Gaiter kit' at a cost of £17.57 plus P&P. If you've left it too late to replace your gaiter and require a replacement Drive Shaft or CV Joint, a full range is also available at around half the price of a franchised dealer – visit www.carparts-direct.co.uk
Drive shaft gaiters should be visually inspected regularly. Look for signs of wear, cracking or splits in the rubber gaiters. If in any doubt, replacement is recommended to avoid the more costly job of replacing the complete driveshaft should a gaiter fail.
A new Do-It-Yourself ‘Easy fit Drive Shaft gaiter kit' has been developed that allows a replacement gaiter to be fitted without using tools or needing to remove any other parts whatsoever. The new kit includes everything required to carry out the job in about 15 minutes. According to the supplier, a motorist with the most basic D.I.Y experience should find the kit simple to fit.
The new CV gaiter that has a tongue and grooved seam. Also included is a knife to remove the old gaiter, grease, ties and a special adhesive to seal the new boot in minutes. The kit also includes latex gloves and full Do-It-Yourself instructions. The gaiter is universal and designed fit most vehicles on the road. Having a single gaiter fitted at the dealers can cost up-to a £100. A complete replacement Drive Shaft will cost substantially more.
Martin Mosley, technical expert at Car Parts Direct said, " Checking your drive shaft gaiters is as easy as checking Wiper blades and could save motorists a small fortune on a major repair . Once the clicking starts replacing the gaiter is normally a waste of time. The bearings have been contaminated and CV joint or Drive Shaft will require replacement."
Mail order specialist, Car Parts Direct supplies the ‘Easy Fit Drive Shaft Gaiter kit' at a cost of £17.57 plus P&P. If you've left it too late to replace your gaiter and require a replacement Drive Shaft or CV Joint, a full range is also available at around half the price of a franchised dealer – visit www.carparts-direct.co.uk
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