Anti roll bar links - Page 2

DMGRS · 31st July 2023, 12:43

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Originally Posted by Tenesmus

DMGRS for the win. Local auto factor supplied ones lasted 5 months and 8 months. DMGRS 2 years and counting.

That's great to know - thank you!

We're seeing more and more that are lasting many years, which after several supplier changes 'back in the day' is good to see.

We've been supplying the same item for 6+ years now, so it's good to see they're lasting well.

Dorchester2 · 31st July 2023, 19:40

Talking of anti-roll bars does it exist any stronger than the genuine ones?
I would like a better and firmer stability in corners if possible...

suzublu · 31st July 2023, 20:13

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Originally Posted by Dorchester2

Talking of anti-roll bars does it exist any stronger than the genuine ones?
I would like a better and firmer stability in corners if possible...

Firmer springs are the answer😎 I've got eibach pro springs fitted and my car corners like it's on rails 👍

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Dorchester2 · 1st August 2023, 07:12

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Originally Posted by suzublu

Firmer springs are the answer😎 I've got eibach pro springs fitted and my car corners like it's on rails 👍

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Thank you I'd guessed it but I don't want either to deteriorate the comfort (mainly for my backbone) when roads are deteriorating. That's why I kept 15" wheels and genuine springs. Just swapped all dampers in 2017 which were the original ones and fully out of order.

As it is I'm happy but in the corners, hence my question about anti-roll bars.
Is anybody here made any mod with stronger ones?

Lee T · 1st August 2023, 12:23

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Originally Posted by Dorchester2

Thank you I'd guessed it but I don't want either to deteriorate the comfort (mainly for my backbone) when roads are deteriorating. That's why I kept 15" wheels and genuine springs. Just swapped all dampers in 2017 which were the original ones and fully out of order.

As it is I'm happy but in the corners, hence my question about anti-roll bars.
Is anybody here made any mod with stronger ones?

The ZT ARB's are a little thicker so stiffer. Fit them front and rear with new bushes and you should notice a difference. ZT subframes have aluminium bushes, Rovers ones are all rubber, but I have read on here that fitting them does not make much of a change. Later Rovers had the rear ARB deleted, so retrofitting one could give you the improvement your after. Try and source a ZT rear ARB along with bushes and brackets.

Lee.

Dorchester2 · 1st August 2023, 16:50

Thank you Lee.
Then I assume that between Rover 75 & MG ZT they are compatible.

Lee T · 1st August 2023, 17:18

Yes a direct fit. Only difference is the thickness of the bar by a couple of millimetres and the bushes are model specific. Brackets and bushes are available Via EBay or Rimmers if you like spending money

Lee.

Dorchester2 · 1st August 2023, 19:08

Both rear brackets for Rover 75 & MG ZT look the same at Rimmers : RBU100220A.
On the contrary obviously rear ARB (ZT = RGB000081) & bushes (ZT = RBX000180) are different with 2 specific references.

But front ARB & bushes look missing at Rimmers hence no reference: may you have the right one please?

Lee T · 1st August 2023, 21:07

The brackets are the same, only the bushes are different.
Powerflex have the front bushes available with a lifetime guarantee and the front brackets tend not to rust, so you shouldn't need them. You may find some used ZT ARB'S 24mm on EBay or via traders here. They are easy enough to refurb, a coating of Bilt Hamber Hydrate 80 will keep them rust free, if you add a some Hammerite with waxoil they will see out the car. Arctic posted up a link for stainless steel rear brackets, so well worth a search for a pair. However I ended up sourcing the rear bushes via Rimmers as I could only find the Rover version elsewhere.

Lee.

Dorchester2 · 2nd August 2023, 06:57

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Originally Posted by Lee T

The brackets are the same, only the bushes are different.
Powerflex have the front bushes available with a lifetime guarantee and the front brackets tend not to rust, so you shouldn't need them. You may find some used ZT ARB'S 24mm on EBay or via traders here. They are easy enough to refurb, a coating of Bilt Hamber Hydrate 80 will keep them rust free, if you add a some Hammerite with waxoil they will see out the car. Arctic posted up a link for stainless steel rear brackets, so well worth a search for a pair. However I ended up sourcing the rear bushes via Rimmers as I could only find the Rover version elsewhere.
Lee.

Regarding the rear bushes they can be found at DMGRS: https://www.dmgrs.co.uk/products/rover-75-rear-anti-roll-bar-bush-kit-rgx101090?_pos=1&_sid=01cc3a9c3&_ss=r&variant=1042 733164
Unfortunately the rear ARB is sold out...

and I found Rimmers prices rather steep as usual.
There's just an used rear ARB on Ebay but I'm a bit in a dither, could it be reliable after such a time?
https://www.ebay.fr/itm/233186913117...Bk9SR6Sp6tC2Yg

Deal done: I've ordered the used rear ARB & new bushes on Ebay. Unfortunately as usual since that awful B****t the import duties are horrific... All in all they cost me 146€ or £125!

Thanks a lot for your help Lee.

31st July 2023, 19:40	#12
Dorchester2 incurable Rover addict Rover 75 Saloon V6 2.5 1999 - Rover 25 1.4 2002 - Rover 214i cab 1994 - Rover P5b coupe 1968 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bioule. South West of France. Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 612 Thanked 385 Times in 223 Posts	Talking of anti-roll bars does it exist any stronger than the genuine ones? I would like a better and firmer stability in corners if possible... __________________ Rover 75 V6 2.5 Auto Connie born 1 July 1999, 24 kOhms resistor, 10 kOhms manual starter, full E85, modified airbox, full derestricted SS exhaust line, power & torque remap -> 202 bhp This vehicle was the 7,517th 75 to run off the production line, out of 112,381 This vehicle was the 1,190th 75 2.5 V6 Contemporary to be made out of 8,214 This vehicle was the 2,032nd 75 in Atlantic Blue Pearlescent (code: JEY) to be made out of 2,572 Atlantic Blue Pearlescent 75s

1st August 2023, 16:50	#16
Dorchester2 incurable Rover addict Rover 75 Saloon V6 2.5 1999 - Rover 25 1.4 2002 - Rover 214i cab 1994 - Rover P5b coupe 1968 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bioule. South West of France. Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 612 Thanked 385 Times in 223 Posts	Thank you Lee. Then I assume that between Rover 75 & MG ZT they are compatible. __________________ Rover 75 V6 2.5 Auto Connie born 1 July 1999, 24 kOhms resistor, 10 kOhms manual starter, full E85, modified airbox, full derestricted SS exhaust line, power & torque remap -> 202 bhp This vehicle was the 7,517th 75 to run off the production line, out of 112,381 This vehicle was the 1,190th 75 2.5 V6 Contemporary to be made out of 8,214 This vehicle was the 2,032nd 75 in Atlantic Blue Pearlescent (code: JEY) to be made out of 2,572 Atlantic Blue Pearlescent 75s Last edited by Dorchester2; 1st August 2023 at 16:54..

1st August 2023, 17:18	#17
Lee T Gets stuck in MG ZT Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Liverpool Posts: 869 Thanks: 180 Thanked 248 Times in 189 Posts	Yes a direct fit. Only difference is the thickness of the bar by a couple of millimetres and the bushes are model specific. Brackets and bushes are available Via EBay or Rimmers if you like spending money Lee. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

1st August 2023, 19:08	#18
Dorchester2 incurable Rover addict Rover 75 Saloon V6 2.5 1999 - Rover 25 1.4 2002 - Rover 214i cab 1994 - Rover P5b coupe 1968 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bioule. South West of France. Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 612 Thanked 385 Times in 223 Posts	Both rear brackets for Rover 75 & MG ZT look the same at Rimmers : RBU100220A. On the contrary obviously rear ARB (ZT = RGB000081) & bushes (ZT = RBX000180) are different with 2 specific references. But front ARB & bushes look missing at Rimmers hence no reference: may you have the right one please? __________________ Rover 75 V6 2.5 Auto Connie born 1 July 1999, 24 kOhms resistor, 10 kOhms manual starter, full E85, modified airbox, full derestricted SS exhaust line, power & torque remap -> 202 bhp This vehicle was the 7,517th 75 to run off the production line, out of 112,381 This vehicle was the 1,190th 75 2.5 V6 Contemporary to be made out of 8,214 This vehicle was the 2,032nd 75 in Atlantic Blue Pearlescent (code: JEY) to be made out of 2,572 Atlantic Blue Pearlescent 75s Last edited by Dorchester2; 1st August 2023 at 19:19..

1st August 2023, 21:07	#19
Lee T Gets stuck in MG ZT Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Liverpool Posts: 869 Thanks: 180 Thanked 248 Times in 189 Posts	The brackets are the same, only the bushes are different. Powerflex have the front bushes available with a lifetime guarantee and the front brackets tend not to rust, so you shouldn't need them. You may find some used ZT ARB'S 24mm on EBay or via traders here. They are easy enough to refurb, a coating of Bilt Hamber Hydrate 80 will keep them rust free, if you add a some Hammerite with waxoil they will see out the car. Arctic posted up a link for stainless steel rear brackets, so well worth a search for a pair. However I ended up sourcing the rear bushes via Rimmers as I could only find the Rover version elsewhere. Lee. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]