Dampers

[Jake G 4 0]

Hi guys,

Just wanting to know if the front dampers are 'inserts' and are removable? Or if they come in a complete unit (strut included).  My G40 failed it's MOT only on the front dampers so I'm looking at my options of how to get it sorted.

Thanks Jake.

[Jezza-7]

The damper comes out of the strut using either a big spanner or some mulgrips on the nut.

[Jezza-7]

Might be better seeing it from this pic as it shows it as an insert.

[Lionheart]

Have seen some new inserts for sale recently, so prob Club Polo. If I find a link I will post it up.J

[samg40]

The original g40 dampers weren't insets but the fluid contained in the strut. I doubt there are many left that are stilling running that configuration however so yours probably does have inserts by now.

[Jake G 4 0]

Thanks guys,

Have got the cover 'nut' numbered 2 in the picture above off, but I'm struggling to get the insert out if it even is an insert. I'll post a picture up now, if you guys could help me determine if it will come out. 

[Jezza-7]

Should just slide out but pic will be better.

[scotsjohn]

Inserts can be a pretty tight fit, original rods just about fall out.

[vwmk3jon]

Thats a good thing if theyre inserts and are a real tight fit. Ive heard of a couple of 2p's being placed in the bottom of the strut to make the fit better!!!

[Jezza-7]

Mine have 2p's in the bottom just to be on the safe side.