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[Jools33]

OK folks bit of advice needed here from those that have gone before.

I am just about to drop the rear subframe on my pickup. The subframe itself is in reasonable nick. I intend to clean it up & repaint it.

My question is what parts should I replace whilst it is off the vehicle & if replaced what with?

I already know I need to replace the 3-way brake connector.

Thanks in anticipation.

[sonikk4]

Brake lines, fuel lines. On the subbie itself check the radius arm bearings are good, the brake quadrants as well. Anything that can be undone and removed is a likely candidate.

[Jools33]

Brake lines, fuel lines. On the subbie itself check the radius arm bearings are good, the brake quadrants as well. Anything that can be undone and removed is a likely candidate.

Thanks I have it dropped now & brake lines & connectors are on my list. What about the bushes going to poly? Does it make a difference?

[alex-95]

Rubber cones if they're old, brake pipes, check the radius arm pins and bearings. I would replace the bushes with rubber, a lot of people don't recommend using poly front or back.

[Jools33]

Rubber cones if they're old, brake pipes, check the radius arm pins and bearings. I would replace the bushes with rubber, a lot of people don't recommend using poly front or back.

That's interesting, my previous involvment with restoring I used poly bushes on a Cobra & a Marlin (kit cars). However I have not been involved with Minis since 70/80's. I will be guided by current vogue & experience.

Contemplating swapping the cones for springs, plenty of bits to do before I need to decide on that move anyway, like getting rid of the ever present rustworm.

[gazza82]

Don't think springs are recommended either ... cones are still the way to go