Re: 1992 2.1 Sd Auto Estate
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2026 7:28 am
While having access I sprayed some rust-proofing oil into the box sections, paying particular attention to any areas that have been welded, I then jacked up and manoeuvred the subframe into position, remembering to refit the height selection rod through it's holder.
To fit the rearmost subframe mounts I raised the subframe nearly into position, placed the mounts on top of the subframe and raised the subframe enough to push the studs through the mounting holes, then I added the nuts from above.
To ensure correct alignment, keep the rear mounts loose until all four subframe mounting bolts are partially screwed in, otherwise it creates bolt alignment issues.
I took this opportunity to connect the ABS sensor cables and clip the hydraulic pipes into the subframe clips and grease all moving parts.
Next on were the fuel tank retaining straps and the exhaust. Note that the height setting rod clips into the centre fuel tank strap...more grease.
The exhaust was joined using a sleeve, which was very rusted on the front section but misaligned so the rear support was short. I find that sleeves often allow the exhaust to sag and as it needed re-aligning cut it off the front section and welded it onto the rear one to make a rigid socket.
The spare wheel carrier was next, followed by clipping and screwing the hydraulic pipes under the fuel tank and car body, then fitted the rear wheels.
To fit the rearmost subframe mounts I raised the subframe nearly into position, placed the mounts on top of the subframe and raised the subframe enough to push the studs through the mounting holes, then I added the nuts from above.
To ensure correct alignment, keep the rear mounts loose until all four subframe mounting bolts are partially screwed in, otherwise it creates bolt alignment issues.
I took this opportunity to connect the ABS sensor cables and clip the hydraulic pipes into the subframe clips and grease all moving parts.
Next on were the fuel tank retaining straps and the exhaust. Note that the height setting rod clips into the centre fuel tank strap...more grease.
The exhaust was joined using a sleeve, which was very rusted on the front section but misaligned so the rear support was short. I find that sleeves often allow the exhaust to sag and as it needed re-aligning cut it off the front section and welded it onto the rear one to make a rigid socket.
The spare wheel carrier was next, followed by clipping and screwing the hydraulic pipes under the fuel tank and car body, then fitted the rear wheels.