Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 99 1.4 Replacing rear (front) trailing arm bush?

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Tue 9 Feb 2010 12:22
99 1.4 Replacing rear (front) trailing arm bush? - vevq88787
How much of a job is this? I have been qouted £189 + VAT a time, but can find the part for less than a tenner?
Is this something I can do myself? Or would I be better off finding a better garage? Not had much mechanical experience, but time I have got plenty of time and patience! The guy at the garage tells me the whole thing gets siezed up and its less easier for them to replace the whole section.
I can't really "feel" any problem with the suspension, but need my precious car to get through its MOT for another year.
Any advice any one can give me will be gratefully recieved!

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 09/02/2010 at 12:44

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Tue 9 Feb 2010 12:52
99 1.4 Replacing rear (front) trailing arm bush? - vevq88787
Starting to think a second mot at another garage might be easiest option? Can I go to a garage and ask if the area is fot to pass an mot before going for the test? Money is tight!
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