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Spring spacer: replacement and selection

When and why a spring spacer needs replacement

Manufacturers do not specify replacement terms for this element. Possible defects depend on components production material. For example, a rubber suspension spring spacer can lose its initial elasticity. Moreover, risk of tearing is quite high for this component. Polyurethane spacers often get deformed. While the common defect for metal parts is their corrosive damaging.

Poor condition of non-metallic components is related to off-road operation of the vehicle. And corrosion of aluminum parts can be a result of moisture and road dirt influence. This is greatly determined by part location.

Signs of components unserviceability can be car body roll and insufficient vehicle stability. This happens at straightforward driving and in smooth curves. Moreover, a defect can be detected during technical maintenance.

It is better to perform replacement of these components at a service station. In order to install a new spacer one needs to use a lifting platform and demount a wheel. It is necessary to examine condition of the springs before mounting the spacers. If they are broken down, they are replaced. If the springs are intact they are cleaned from road dust. Pay attention that it is advisable to replace the spacers in pairs on one axle.

How to select a spring spacer

These components differ in production materials. For example, there are spacers made of aluminum, rubber, polyurethane and plastics. Metallic components reduce the risk of excessive load to bushes, and, as a result, deformation of the car body. Such spacers provide high level of comfort to a driver during vehicle operation. Rubber, polyurethane or plastic parts are resistant to corrosion.

In order to make these components serve you during a continuous time period, purchase products by proven trademarks. For instance, high-quality spring spacers are presented in the assortment of Febi Bilstein, VAICO, Metzger brands.

If you want to purchase the right part, consider the car’s technical characteristics: make, model, production year, body type, trim level and suspension type. It is important to pay attention to thickness, outer and inner diameters of spacers to install them properly. Also it is necessary to take into account the component mounting axle and side.