Can I treat slightly rusted coil springs with Waxoyl
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A very interesting article here:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/...
Real science, not uninformed conjecture.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/...
Real science, not uninformed conjecture.
I've just had a MOT fail on a broken front spring, but both fronts were replaced 3 years ago. No obvious damage the the wheel, tyre or suspension at that nearside wheel. 3 years seems too short for a spring to last, if there's no other obvious damage cause. I think the materials, size and suspension design are suspect but without other similar instances difficult to prove.
Dr Doofenshmirtz said:
If you can't remove the rust completely and apply fresh paint, your best bet is to use a decent anti-corrosion formula like ACF-50 that is proven to stop and prevent further rust. It does need applying at least yearly before the winter sets in though.
You beat me to it, that's what I do. It is oily though, so don't do it just before an MOT, or it might look like you have a leak. If things are clean and in good shape though, then you might want to try something like Atom-Mac from Bilt Hamber. It's dliuted in water and so not oily but, as the water evaporates, it leaves a rust inhibiting coating. harryra said:
I've just had a MOT fail on a broken front spring, but both fronts were replaced 3 years ago. No obvious damage the the wheel, tyre or suspension at that nearside wheel. 3 years seems too short for a spring to last, if there's no other obvious damage cause. I think the materials, size and suspension design are suspect but without other similar instances difficult to prove.
A failure at 3 years would have me questioning the quality of those used.harryra said:
I've just had a MOT fail on a broken front spring, but both fronts were replaced 3 years ago. No obvious damage the the wheel, tyre or suspension at that nearside wheel. 3 years seems too short for a spring to last, if there's no other obvious damage cause. I think the materials, size and suspension design are suspect but without other similar instances difficult to prove.
A lot of aftermarket parts are just crap.OEM would last longer, but usually cost a lot more.
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