Mitsubishi FTO Droplinks for GR

In the centre of this photo is the Rear passenger side Droplink. There are 2 droplinks. 1 either side of the vehicle, by the rear suspension unit. The droplinks are connected to the Anti-roll bar. These items must be in good condition for them to stop the vehicle from rolling in corners.

Both items should be replaced together.

Droplinks, being where they are will suffer ageing, corrosion and wear and tear, with drivers hearing a knocking or dull metallic sound when these fail.

In this photo you can see there is a piece of Rubber missing, not good. This is a prime example of why the droplinks knock. The Rubber absorber has disintegrated therefore the Anti-roll bar has nothing to sit on except a washer. This also affects the handling. Bolts can also get bent and very rusty.
Replacements can be bought from a place called http://www.camskill.co.uk/products.php?plid=m3b0s0p0 who will go out of their way to make the parts transition as smooth as.

The following photos give you an idea of what you will need.

Droplink bolts for GR

Polyurethane bushes for longevity

Polyurethane Anti-roll bar buhes (ARB)

This kit is for the GR.

Kits are available

for otherFTOs,

Also GR

And last but not least but more importantly are the ARB bushes. Replace these at the same time and you'll also stop sideways and upward movement of the ARB. Grab on to the bar and really get the car to rock, any movement calls for replacement.

If you are going to attempt this job, get a mate to come round and give you a hand. More hands make less work.......wear goggles, there's mud under there you know!

Hope this Blog helps you out in some way.

Cheers

Argie (Dorset)