e300 td crossmember

[ebony266]

hi guys anyone help ? the crossmember just infront of the sump (the one where the bottom of the suspension arms are linked ???) looks like it only has a bolt either side . need to replace mine usual 210 RUST !! any advice anyone T I A kev (ebony 266 )

 

[Ellsy Tanners]

Quite a involved job, reqiures engine supporting and suspension dismantleling, definenatly a garage job i am afriad.
go to a good indie in your area.

 

[ebony266]

:-? oh so noboby has this as a diy link then ???? not even parrot

 

[Ellsy Tanners]

I would be supprised as it not that easy without good garage eqiupment!!!!

hope you get it sorted!

 

[ebony266]

ok thanks any idea of a price??

 

[robs-mbz]

If the rot isn't too serious, ie just the bottom of the cross member has gone (which is usually the case) I would get it cut away and a new bottom welded in, I'm sure I've read somewhere that a repair section is available, if not its just a flat plate that could easily be fabricated. To replace the cross member completely is a horrendous job that involves supporting the engine and chassis legs with a special jig.

 

[Cosworth]

ok thanks any idea of a price??

A local garage quoted me £150 labour only.

 

[robs-mbz]

Is that for a welded repair or complete replacement?

 

[Parrot of Doom]

Is it surface rust, or rusting through?

As mentioned, they can be repaired in-situ.

 

[ebony266]

this is well shot it will have to be replaced

 

[robs-mbz]

If the cross member is that bad then I would have a serious look at the front spring upper mounts (perches), chances are they will be rotten too, the consequences if they fail can be dramatic!

 

[ebony266]

no thay seam to be ok , just the sus cross member , pitty looks like an easy diy ??? oh well will ask my indi post his reply soon thanks to all for your help and support

 

[Cosworth]

Is that for a welded repair or complete replacement?

Only labour to replace and no parts in that price.

 

[ebony266]

no they (oops) seam to be ok , just the sus cross member , pitty looks like an easy diy ??? oh well will ask my indi post his reply soon thanks to all for your help and support