Snapped Front Spring

[Bringit96]

Hey everyone, hope you're well!

So I was going to join a few of you on track this past Monday, however when getting my pads changed, the mechanic pointed out that my front right spring had snapped (see pic).

I'd like to change it myself but am unsure of a few things.

TLDR: What's the easiest fix for the car?



If I get a replacement spring from Euro Car Parts will it be the correct size? I've read that most of them lower the car (not that I'm agaisnt it but as a 'repair for now' I'd rather not have to delve into that). If I can't get a standard size from ECP should I just get 2 springs and change both fronts, lowering just the front(leaving the rear for later)? I'm also guessing I'd need new shocks to fit the lowered springs?

If the only option for standard size replacement is OEM, would it be worth finding an complete spring and shock secondhand?


Also as per the picture, it looks like some rubber has perished around the shock. Would I *need* to get this changed if I'm just changing the spring?

I'd like to keep this job as simple as possible, aside from handing it over to a garage. I'm in Lincolnshire for a few days so if anyone local would like to lend a hand that'd be brilliant!

Thanks

 

[5harp3y]

if you want the very simplest job.

get a complete shock and spring setup from a member on here (@Synclare , @spurs fan in a coupe, @mrscalex )

and then swap it for yours

5 bolts (ish) and you would be dine for now until you can replace all the springs with lowering ones for mad stance

 

[Ianmc]

Should really replace as "axel set".

 

[Sean d]

I'm in Lincolnshire and have both front struts off a 2.8 with new springs on them

 

[Sean d]

I also have a set of springs off a 2.0 but I believe they are the same

 

[Bringit96]

I'm in Lincolnshire and have both front struts off a 2.8 with new springs on them

Would either set be a straight swap?

 

[Sean d]

Would either set be a straight swap?

What engine do you have, not sure if the 1.9 has different springs to the 6 pot.

 

[Sean d]

I'm in Lincolnshire and have both front struts off a 2.8 with new springs on them

When I say new, I mean they are a few months old

 

[Bringit96]

When I say new, I mean they are a few months old

Mines a 1.9 and well a few moths old is better than snapped

 

[Sean d]

Mines a 1.9 and well a few moths old is better than snapped

The newer ones are still on the struts but I will be removing them soon, so you will need someone with a spring compressor to put them on your car, I would suggest that you get 2 front shocks and do both sides
Where in Lincs are you

 

[Bringit96]

[QUOTE="Sean d, post: 383218, member:
Where in Lincs are you[/QUOTE]
I'm in the Boston area.

I should have, if not will get, spring compressors to do the job

 

[Sean d]

[QUOTE="Sean d, post: 383218, member:
Where in Lincs are you

I'm in the Boston area.

I should have, if not will get, spring compressors to do the job.
I'm near Louth,

 

[t-tony]

I have all you need to do the job if you can get over to me.

Tony.

 

[Synclare]

Think you'll find the springs on a 1.9 to be different due to the lower front end weight.

 

[Mint]

...I have all you need to do the job if you can get over to me...

I can vouch for Tony's excellent spring changing facilities, did both of mine last year at his place

 

[Grumps]

Yep he's done mine too. Just watch your head when the first one goes flying over the top of your head!

 

[t-tony]

Need you there as wicket keeper Grumps.

Tony.

 

[Bringit96]

I have all you need to do the job if you can get over to me.

Tony.

Thanks Tony! I've sent you a PM

 

[Bringit96]

Okay quick question, would springs from a 2.0l fit a 1.9l? I'm struggling to find any info on Real OEM. Either way I'm going to pick them up from @Sean d as they're close and I do need them

 

[t-tony]

I would ask at ECP and see if they sell the same ones for both cars. Most likely they will.

Tony.