What causes a broken spring on a suspension?
Be aware that the broken spring no longer has the formed end that positions in the strut. While many people do cut their springs, it is a calculated cut hopefully balancing ride height and spring rate. In my experience the most common cause of broken springs is worn struts.
What does a broken strut on a car do?
Broken strut: A strut is basically a shock absorber that also carries part of the vehicle’s weight.
Is it safe to replace rear wheel Springs?
Get both springs (and if necessary struts) replaced. It costs but you will be safe and save in the long run. Many roads here in Uk have potholes after pretty wet winter which is leading to failure of those springs which already have cracks in metal after high mileage. I had the same thing – a broken spring at a rear wheel.
Can a car be driven with a broken spring?
Broken spring: A car with a broken or collapsed spring can sometimes be driven, but the ride will be rough, bumps will tend to damage other parts of the car, and it will be very difficult to control the vehicle in an emergency.
Be aware that the broken spring no longer has the formed end that positions in the strut. While many people do cut their springs, it is a calculated cut hopefully balancing ride height and spring rate. In my experience the most common cause of broken springs is worn struts.
Get both springs (and if necessary struts) replaced. It costs but you will be safe and save in the long run. Many roads here in Uk have potholes after pretty wet winter which is leading to failure of those springs which already have cracks in metal after high mileage. I had the same thing – a broken spring at a rear wheel.
Can a worn strut Cause a tyre to blow out?
Worn struts lack the rebound and dampening controls which allows the spring to overcompress and overextend weakening it. There is a hazard from the broken part of the spring as there may be a possibility of this dislodging from the remaining part and contacting the tyre. This could then damage the tyre wall and cause a blow out.
How much does it cost to replace a front coil spring?
In This Blog: Cost provided item Cost – Range Low Cost – Range High Average cost of replacement Front coil spring replacement £80 £150 £120 Rear coil spring replacement £80 £90 £85