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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: robw09 on 18 January 2017, 12:09

Title: Sub frame
Post by: robw09 on 18 January 2017, 12:09

Been advised I have a patch of rot that is close to the suspension arms that would be an MOT failure next time round.

Can the current sub frame be salvaged if the rot is not bad with a rust treatment and seal?
Can a sub frame be welded?

If no to both these how many hours at a garage would it be to replace?  I can see a brand new sub frame is £100

Title: Re: Sub frame
Post by: lemski on 18 January 2017, 18:06

Not long to do a subframe. 3 or 4 hours should be ample to drop a subframe and seap everything over and fit it back up.
Should be able to clean it up and weld it though dependant on where the rot is.

Only thing that can go wrong is if the nuts in the chasses leg welds brake then you have to pull the carpet up and open the inspection hole to undo subframe nuts.

Title: Re: Sub frame
Post by: th3_f15t on 18 January 2017, 22:35

It's £105 for a new subframe on eBay, may just be easier to buy a new one and replace it completely..?

Title: Re: Sub frame
Post by: robw09 on 19 January 2017, 12:45

I am going to replace the frame.  Especially as it has now cracked!

Anything that could be done whilst I am at it?

Title: Re: Sub frame
Post by: lemski on 19 January 2017, 13:55

Wishbone bushes. Antiroll bar bushes. Steering rack bushes.

Title: Re: Sub frame
Post by: robw09 on 30 January 2017, 13:28

Quote from: lemski on 19 January 2017, 13:55

Wishbone bushes. Antiroll bar bushes. Steering rack bushes.

Done, done and done!

Right, next problem is the suddenly developed high idle revs!  :cry: