Posted on 06/07/2019 13:39
Hello folks... Can anyone advise me on this one: I'm contemplating fitting the rubber spring assists to the rear springs (Obviously!) of my Mondeo as it tends to drive low on the rear end when towing the caravan. Has anyone used these before on any vehicle? If you've had a Mondeo, what size rubbers do I need?... In anticipation... Steve
Posted on 06/07/2019 22:05 by EmilysDadDid they have coil springs back then? Ford seemed to prefer the use of cart springs ..... even the Crapi still had leaf springs. 😉
Posted on 06/07/2019 20:39 by SMP999I've spoken to my local garage that I normally use and they mentioned the weights but the laden weights are based on the vehicle being at max occupancy and fully laden.... not towing. Towing weights are based on minimum occupancy of the vehicle ie. Driver only.. They said they don't see any reason not to try them as they'll only give a higher & firmer ride as the springs are not compressed to the full weighted capacity. So... the questions now are do I or don't I? and Who's tried them and what's your opinion?... Steve
Posted on 06/07/2019 23:12 by TammygirlOH has fitted them to a couple of our cars SMax and now Kuga his opinion is that its worth it, easy to fit.
Posted on 07/07/2019 00:38
Now we're in the realms of the modern day Ford and as mine being a 10yr old Mondy, I am self convinced (several rum n cokes later) that I will have a go with them. They are inexpensive compared to a £200+ spring conversion or shocker upgrade. So, at my peril, I will check my spring sizes tomorrow and purchase to see IF they are as good / bad as people deem, be it in here or other discussion sites.. Wish me luck. I will however re-post my findings... Steve
Posted on 07/07/2019 06:48
Are you having problems with the suspension bottoming out when the car is fully laden? If not, why bother? On the other hand you may already be exceeding the maximum permissible rear axle load when towing, in which case the problem is a completely different one.
Posted on 07/07/2019 21:02 by SMP999No.. no problems. Just seems low on the rear end and want to minimalise the bounce that you get when towing. All weights are well below max.
Posted on 30/08/2019 21:57
Ok, having made my decision I went and bought some from the well known 'Intergalactic Supermarket' of Ebay for £15.00 so not a bank breaker and worth the risk.
Took 10 mins to fit and so easy ('58 2.0Tdci Mondeo)
The test - 800 miles from York to St Ives in Cornwall (Rtn).
The opinion - What a difference they made. The suspension did not feel spongy or bouncy and was unbelievably firm. Other than towing the weight and the aero-dynamics of a brick, you would not know you had the caravan on the back. BRILLIANT!. They are staying on...
Ok, you all have your opinions but before you got out and buy a set of springs for £200+, try these to get an idea of what difference they make. I'm sure upgraded springs make a similar difference.
I certainly would recommend them as a budget option.
I am intrigued on any opinions should you decide to try them..
SMP999