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Old 18th November 2019, 19:24   #2
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Originally Posted by jim_k View Post
Hi,
I'm in need of two rubber jacking pads as two of mine are missing. Do they just push in? I'm thinking of sticking them on using some automotive sealant.

Also today I notice that near the tailpipe, underneath the car boot, there is a what looks like a heatshield resting on the exhaust pipe. The end nearer the front of the car is fixed up however the back of this material is drooping down and resting on the exhaust pipe itself. I can't see what was holding it up but assume something must have done this. Please advise on what to do.

Cheers,

Jim


Hi Jim,

Yeah, the jacking pads just push in to the apertures on the under-side of the sills. There's conflicting opinions on whether or not to use sealants in this area - some think that it can increase the rate of corrosion by trapping water inside the sill. They should stay in ok by push-fit. Be careful you don't lose them when getting tyres changed as they can stick to the butt of the trolley jacks used by some garages (which pulls them out).

Sounds like your rear heat-shield has worn bolt holes (due to vibration/corrosion?) and has come down around the bolt/washer fasteners. If you can get some large stainless penny washers, you can probably remove the bolts and refit the shield with the large penny washers (although this will depend upon the size of the holes and the size of the washers)..

Good luck,
Karl.

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