Martin,
It depends on whether you are talking about the front or rear.
On the front, you can usually determine if the trunnions are in need or
replacement by removing them and see if you have any appreciable play in
the two parts. If so, replace. You can do it yourself.
On the rear, check for worn holes in the attaching pieces. If the
vertical link holes are oval, you will have to replace the entire part.
But if only the plastic inserts or the metal sleeve are worn, you can
simply replace those pieces and they are pretty inexpensive.
JOe
-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-owner@autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-owner@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Martin Pearce
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2004 1:37 PM
To: 'Spitlist'
Subject: Vertical Links & Trunnions
Guys
How do you know if the above need replacing? Is it something that the
home
mechanic can do?
I know the trunnion is a serviceable item but I have also been advised
the
change the vertical links. I'm not sure if they need doing.
Havent noticed any play in the items. They are well greased. The
reason
for the advice given is that the car has been unused for 13 years, until
I
put her on the road last year. Service history is unknown so I dont
know if
they are originals or have been replaced over the life of the car.
Cheers
Martin
'63 Spit4
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