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PostPosted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 3:53 pm 
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Do Scudos use the same ARB?

Surprised if they don't.


When I had a (spit) S.hitroen Relay (actually built by Fiat (PSA)) i rang around [edited by admin], Fiat and Peugeot when i needed anything and found a wide variation in prices for the same part from each, has anyone tried that? Pug was the dearest, S.hitroen usually the cheapest



I thought you had more sense than to buy a FIAT, Fix It Again Tomorrow. #-o


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PostPosted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 9:01 pm 
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wannabeeahack wrote:
when i needed anything and found a wide variation in prices for the same part from each, has anyone tried that? Pug was the dearest, S.hitroen usually the cheapest

I had two Fiats, and I always found Puegeot to be the cheapest. Sometimes by miles.

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PostPosted: Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:21 pm 
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Sussex wrote:
wannabeeahack wrote:
when i needed anything and found a wide variation in prices for the same part from each, has anyone tried that? Pug was the dearest, S.hitroen usually the cheapest

I had two Fiats, and I always found Puegeot to be the cheapest. Sometimes by miles.


I think it depends if its a fiat built by fiat or not, if you follow, or built by citroen or pug

parts back up generally was dire

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PostPosted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 10:36 pm 
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Had word today that the shipment is clearing customs now and the kit should be available to buy within a week. Will keep you posted. :mrgreen:


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PostPosted: Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:23 am 
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Now available

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PostPosted: Tue Apr 17, 2012 8:35 am 
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How did you remove the existing bushes/brackets without taking off the whole
anti roll bar/ Any advice appreciated.


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 17, 2012 9:12 am 
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First I disconnected the drop link from the bar then I cut through the U shaped part of the clamp with a hacksaw at the top most part of the clamp in the middle, meaning you cut it into two equal parts, slacken off the two bolts and then swivel each half through 90 degrees with a good hit with a hammer and long sturdy screwdriver, this allows you to remove the old clamp and bush, leaving the bar in place. You have to prise open the new bushes (there's a slot cut in them) to get them over the bar, then press them closed again round the bar with mole grips or similar, then push the bush against the metal stop on the bar. Fitting the new clamps and bolts is a doddle, don't fully tighten the bolts tho at this point, tighten them up with the cab resting in it's wheels ie the cab is at normal ride height so that there's no adverse strain on bushes which could lead to premature wear. Don't forget to reconnect the drop link. then repeat at the other side.
In future all you'll replace is the bushes as and when needed.
Now why wasn't it designed like that in the first place.


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:13 pm 
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Thanks for that. Ive done it now

What a good idea from someone

will save a lot of time and money.


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 17, 2012 11:23 pm 
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will save a lot of time and money.

Will save 100s of drivers 100s of pounds.

Methinks the vehicle makers need to redesign the bloody things.

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PostPosted: Wed Apr 18, 2012 9:14 pm 
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revco wrote:
Thanks for that. Ive done it now

What a good idea from someone

will save a lot of time and money.


I contacted Neat Autos way last year about this and they were true to their word and produced the goods, they've invested a fortune in this with a first batch of 1000 units. So hope everyone's true to their word and buys one. Anyone with an E7 would be mad not to. you're gonna need it eventually.....unless you just want to fork out £200+ for a new bar + fitting.......yeah thought not :mrgreen:


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