bye_bye_alfa
Member
Morning all
After a few years off the road, I've managed to get the A2 (75, TDi) back on the road and passed an MOT, albeit with quite a few advisories.
Was contemplating putting money into another vehicle and selling the A2, but as we bought it from new, my good lady is reluctant to let it go.
It's not that nice to drive. it needs brake overall, possible a wheel bearing, service to get it something like.
Looking around the forum, I see what others have replaced and wondering if I should bite the bullet and replace as much as possible, new stubs, callipers (looks like nipples are seized). Wishbones/drop links/drive shafts (looks like a boot has split)??
Mileage is around 240K, and major parts are all original.
I see some parts from the makes of Ridex pretty cheap, are these a real no-no, or are cheaper parts better than old originals?
I don't expect to get another 240k out of it!
Just sounding out folks opinions, as I'm 50/50.
I would like to do some things myself, as I can sort out the basics.
Sorry for the ramble.
bra
After a few years off the road, I've managed to get the A2 (75, TDi) back on the road and passed an MOT, albeit with quite a few advisories.
Was contemplating putting money into another vehicle and selling the A2, but as we bought it from new, my good lady is reluctant to let it go.
It's not that nice to drive. it needs brake overall, possible a wheel bearing, service to get it something like.
Looking around the forum, I see what others have replaced and wondering if I should bite the bullet and replace as much as possible, new stubs, callipers (looks like nipples are seized). Wishbones/drop links/drive shafts (looks like a boot has split)??
Mileage is around 240K, and major parts are all original.
I see some parts from the makes of Ridex pretty cheap, are these a real no-no, or are cheaper parts better than old originals?
I don't expect to get another 240k out of it!
Just sounding out folks opinions, as I'm 50/50.
I would like to do some things myself, as I can sort out the basics.
Sorry for the ramble.
bra