VR6Pete 0 Posted May 22, 2017 Hi everyone, Replacing rear axel bushes shortly with powerflex ones. My question is what other parts am I likely to need to do the bolts? Brake BIAS valve is in good shape so no issue there, what other bots etc... should I order up to complete the job? Rear axel has never been dropped FYI. thnx Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted May 22, 2017 Are you planning on tidying up the beam before refitting it? If so you might like to remove the brackets that the beam secures to, to give them a tidy, 3 bolts each side for the brackets. One big nut and bolt that secures the beam to the brackets. Another thing to note is that the bias valve will likely have to come off as is obstructs the big bolt from sliding out that side, (unless the bolt is fitted round the wrong way). You'll also need the bolts that go through the bottom of the shocks into the beam, one each side and hope the captive nut stays in place(not a big deal if not but makes the removal of the bolt awkward(you can see the nut at the rear of the beam in the holes). That is it I guess if you are leaving the brakes alone, but best prepare for any of the brake fittings being difficult to remove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 0 Posted May 23, 2017 Are you planning on tidying up the beam before refitting it? If so you might like to remove the brackets that the beam secures to, to give them a tidy, 3 bolts each side for the brackets. One big nut and bolt that secures the beam to the brackets. Another thing to note is that the bias valve will likely have to come off as is obstructs the big bolt from sliding out that side, (unless the bolt is fitted round the wrong way). You'll also need the bolts that go through the bottom of the shocks into the beam, one each side and hope the captive nut stays in place(not a big deal if not but makes the removal of the bolt awkward(you can see the nut at the rear of the beam in the holes). That is it I guess if you are leaving the brakes alone, but best prepare for any of the brake fittings being difficult to remove No plans for tidying things up on that front. Already done brake re-furb, bearings, new suspension and break-lines, BIAS valve so really only doing axle bushes on this occasion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simeon 0 Posted May 23, 2017 Shouldn't really need any parts other than the bushes, unless you damage something getting it apart, but unlikely. Crap job mind :( enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edd 0 Posted May 23, 2017 What's the general consensus on unbolting the rear beam brackets. Thought I had read before that removing them requires a proper alignment afterwards? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simeon 0 Posted May 24, 2017 Yeah you'll need to get full four wheel alignment if you remove the brackets, best to find a garage that is happy to do it before you unbolt them as some places won't do it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bowen 1 Posted May 24, 2017 I managed to remove my beam and brackets, had them powder coated, painted the underside of car. Reassembled it as best i could by eye/tape measure and apparently it didn't need adjusting when i took it for alignment, I don't know if this was laziness on behalf of the garage or i'd managed to get it spot on. Drives fine (better than it ever has, also did steering column, suspension etc) But i'll be keeping an eye on tyre wear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spen 0 Posted May 24, 2017 I need to do this, how long did it take roughly in hours? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JEZR 10 Posted May 27, 2017 I need to do this, how long did it take roughly in hours? I've just got mine back. I got a spare rear beam and had it blasted and powder-coated. Had to replace a heap of stuff - the handbrake cable had blown and rusted, and loads of bolts replaced. While that was off I also had new shocks fitted. It took my mechanic 3 and a bit days and was by all accounts a complete pain. Far more work than he anticipated. Prepare for the worst and then some if you're going the whole hog! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Smith 0 Posted July 23, 2017 I've recently removed the rear axle and got the old bushes out etc. The axle's going in to be powder coated. Once this has been done, can anyone recommend somebody who has the VAG 3111 tool? Or is it best to try and MacGuyver the new bushes in with some kind of home brewed tool? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spen 0 Posted July 24, 2017 Can I ask how much for the powered coated rear axle? I'm going to get mine done soon Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JEZR 10 Posted July 24, 2017 Can I ask how much for the powered coated rear axle? I'm going to get mine done soon Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk It was £25 for blasting and £30 for Powder-coating. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daveproyoyoyo 10 Posted July 24, 2017 I'm planning on doing this job next week. Does anyone have any tips on removing the old bushes? I've heard people say to burn them out in the past but is there another way that could make a mess of my patio? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 15 Posted July 24, 2017 I'm planning on doing this job next week. Does anyone have any tips on removing the old bushes? I've heard people say to burn them out in the past but is there another way that could make a mess of my patio? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Drill the rubber out so the centre falls out, then saw cut through the outer shell so it folds out. Simples!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
