Can a telescopic damper be replaced at home?
Modern telescopic dampers cannot be overhauled at home. The only servicing possible is to replace rubber bushes (See Checking damper units). Dampers that are leaking, damaged or worn out (See Checking damper units) should be replaced with new units.
Can a car be serviced if the dampers are worn?
If dampers are worn or damaged they affect not only ride and comfort but also cornering, braking and tyre wear. The car may also fail a roadworthiness test. Modern telescopic dampers cannot be overhauled at home. The only servicing possible is to replace rubber bushes (See Checking damper units ).
How do you replace a rear damper on a car?
Fit the spring-cup components. The lip of the spring insulating ring should be inside the coil spring. Refit the damper to the car, and secure the mountings before removing the spring compressor. Tighten nuts to the correct torque setting if one is specified. Rear dampers are usually easier to remove than front ones.
What do I need to replace coil spring dampers?
Fitting new dampers is usually straightforward, and can be done with a few medium-sized ring spanners or ratchet sockets. On combined coil-spring and damper units you will also need to use spring compressors ; hire from a tool hire shop if necessary.
Modern telescopic dampers cannot be overhauled at home. The only servicing possible is to replace rubber bushes (See Checking damper units). Dampers that are leaking, damaged or worn out (See Checking damper units) should be replaced with new units.
Why does my chimney damper need to be replaced?
Creosote deposits, mortar and other items can become lodged on top of the plate preventing it from opening and closing freely. If your damper is bent or cracked it may be necessary to remove the old damper and replace it with a new one.
Where can I buy new dampers for my car?
For cars with MacPherson-strut suspension , new damper inserts can be fitted to the strut (See Renewing MacPherson-strut inserts ). Always replace dampers in axle sets – both rear and front – otherwise the car handling becomes unbalanced. You can buy dampers from a car accessory shop, or order them from an authorised agent.
Can a damper be removed from a wishbone suspension?
Where the wishbone suspension incorporates a coil spring, the damper is usually mounted within the spring, but can be removed without dismantling the spring. With torsion-bar suspension the lower damper mounting may also secure an anti-rollbar.