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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: UnaBellaDonna on April 02, 2011, 08:48:29 AM
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Hi
Time for my stupid question of the week.......... ???
Looking at replacing the axle boots on Bella (little leak on one). Couple of questions as there are two types available, rubber and rubber and metal bushing.
Can I easily find which I need without removing the shaft?
Does it matter which one I replace them with?
Is the metal bushing type better if it can be used (I would presume so?)
Did we indeed evolve from apes?
Cheers
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There's no such thing as a stupid question,
First off get the boots with the insert moulded inside as this centres and houses the seal to stop the leaks.
The boots are dead easy to chage but will require a bit off time to clean around the bearing housing where they attach. Remove the 4*M6 screws that hold the seal in place and slide off the end off the axle, Yes the axle will need to be removed from the flexi coupler. On the end off the axle remove the C clip then every thing will slide off. Just as a good measure cover the splinds with tape before you fit the boot to stop damaging the new seal. add a litle greas to the seal/axle and reseamble. don't forget the spring that fits in the end off the axle as this is important to reduce vibration.
Easy and I am stupid
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