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Rear Track Rod
Posted by 900i (more from 900i) on Thu, 26 Jul 2001 23:22:13
In Reply to: , Kok Chen, Sat, 17 Dec 1988 12:00:00 

Might be of interest:

If you ever hear a rattling noise from the rear of your classic 900 while 
driving on a bad road at medium speed, the source could be the track rod(s)
. Even more likely if the sound is coming from only one side. (Iīm not 
sure if 'track rod' is the correct term) These are short rods connecting 
the rear axle to the body of the car, mounted in the wheel housing behind 
the rear wheels. Their job is to stabilize the rear wheels, keeping them 
on the right track. If the (rubber) bearings of these thingies grow too 
old, they will fail, causing a somewhat annoying rattle, which is audible 
especially to the rear passengers, e.g. my mom ('Oh my god! The car is 
breaking!'). Well, I donīt think itīs too serious, at least faster tire 
wear and a decreased handling performance make one think about the approx.
  50$ for renewal. You might even get a cheaper price if just the bearings 
are replaced, but your mechanic will hate you for it, itīs an awful job to 
pry them in and out.

Bluestar
1986 900i cd
200.000 km
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