pjo046 Posted September 5, 2005 Share Posted September 5, 2005 Well, was installing the coilovers, and when I got to the last one I managed to rip apart the mounting insulator when I was torqueing the locking nut... Obviously used to much force, although I didn't hear the torque-wrench click. Do you think I can just glue the rubber back to the insulator? The top metal part just twisted around, of the rubber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here comes trouble Posted September 5, 2005 Share Posted September 5, 2005 Tim 240 Z recently posted a "glue" website. Try gluing it and find another part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjo046 Posted September 6, 2005 Author Share Posted September 6, 2005 Huh? Sorry, but not sure what you were trying to say there... Anyone else has any opinions on this? If I have to buy a new mount, I thought I might just get camber plates instead. Who sells these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMortensen Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 I think you'll have a REALLY hard time finding a TUV approved camber plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjo046 Posted September 6, 2005 Author Share Posted September 6, 2005 Hehe. Forgot about that. Now, how about the glueing of the broken insulator? Do you think it'll work? I mean, when the car is on the ground, there is always pressure upwards. It's only when the car is jacked up that there would be put much stress on the glued joint right? Since it is in the rear there is no turning of the strut/springs etc either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here comes trouble Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 Research the recent threads started by "Tim 240 Z" and you will find a short time ago he posted an information website concerning 'what glues to use on different materials" a specific glue maybe found to hold the insulator together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjo046 Posted September 6, 2005 Author Share Posted September 6, 2005 Ok! Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pop N Wood Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I mean, when the car is on the ground, there is always pressure upwards. It's only when the car is jacked up that there would be put much stress on the glued joint right? That is the only thing that keeps the top of the strut anchored when you corner or brake. My guess is the side to side loading is significantly higher than the hanging weight of the strut. Throw in the strut recoiling downward after hitting a pothole and the forces are greater yet. If your "glue" lets loose in a high speed turn one whole corner of your suspension will detach from the rest of your car. Ain't never been there but it doesn't sound like the ideal situation to me. Just order a new one from MSA or VB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruxGNZ Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I don't know about gluing it back together. The rubber is vulcanized to the metal. You would probably be better buying a new (used) one. I mean, when the car is on the ground, there is always pressure upwards. When at rest, yes. It's only when the car is jacked up that there would be put much stress on the glued joint right? No. Also when driving the car. The strut rod is held in place by the isolator when the suspension moves up and down, pushing up and pulling down on the isolator. !M! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMortensen Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I thought the strut rod was held in place by the bearing which sits in the metal part on top. It's been a while since I've dealt with stock stuff though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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