been told I need new droplink (price quoted £45.00)
what is it
what does it do
is it necessary
thanks
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If it has failed or is failing the suspension may well be clattering. Its a fairly vital bit of the suspension. Replacement is not difficult unless the securing bolts are corroded. Easy job for your friendly independent.
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There is a how2 over on vectra-c.com for changing the drop link. You'll need to become a member (it's free) to view the link.
www.vectra-c.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46475
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it links the strut "shockabsorber and spring" to the anti roll bar
it stiffens the cars handling trying to reduce roll when cornering
yes it is necessary
as quoted its not a to bad a job to do and £45 seems reasonable price
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Done a few of these myself (Vectra and Omega) and they're not too bad for DIY. Parts are around £9-£15 for each link so £30 isn't a bad price for labour. The last time I did one it took me an hour and 20 minutes of that was getting the car in the right position to be jacked up!
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