I've been getting a creaking groaning sounds for a few weeks that was driving me nuts. Checked on here and of course the answer was waiting for me. Cracked strut brace mount that came away as soon as I pulled on it.
Is it worth trying to weld it up or ditch the original and change to something like this
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ULTRA-RACING- ... 2493934478
My dad has a welder and have done some welding in the past but the actual bracket looks beyond repair and so i'd have to grind off the older one and buy a replacement bracket etc and it's more than possible the other side will go too. Car is 04 amd 70,000 miles so thought maybe just get a bolt on one as will be easier to fit and hopefully no more problems,
What do people think?
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Whatever you decide to do, don't drive it until it's fixed.
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Not sure if there is s bolt on fix? It's not a common problem but it has been know to happen.
If all else fails send me a pm I am sure I can help either welding it back on or making a bolt on fix.
If all else fails send me a pm I am sure I can help either welding it back on or making a bolt on fix.
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Thanks for the offer machine monkey.
Scooba_Steve - what do you say that? I know the handling will be different but are you thinking dangerous to drive or might cause more damage to the car?
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Scooba_Steve - what do you say that? I know the handling will be different but are you thinking dangerous to drive or might cause more damage to the car?
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I've got the ultra brace on mine. Worth noting where it fixes in the centre your bonnet switch is mounted there so you have to get a little creative refitting it.
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Yes, its structural not just for show, TIS states not to drive with any of the front or rear braces removed.
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