New suspension all round (Plus front bushes).

[Zinfandel]

So I'm looking to get new suspension. I want it to be lowered ideally. I can't really drop £450 on coilies so was thinking of something like...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-PUMA-ECT-SHOCK-ABSORBERS-FRONT-REAR-/130919537517?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1e7b699b6d" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Those plus

http://www.carparts-tuning.co.uk/Suspension-Tuning/Lowering-springs/Lowering-springs-High-Tec-fit-for-Ford-Fiesta-Ka-Puma-Mazda-121.html?listtype=search&searchparam=ford%20puma" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

These.

Or perhaps

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-PUMA-ECT-LOWERING-SPRINGS-SPORT-SHOCK/130618014254?rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D286%26meid%3D664244652670576914%26pid%3D100005%26prg%3D1048%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D130919537517%26" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

These.

Also, the rear bushes were done a few months ago but the front ones not. Is it worth getting new bushes or should I just replace the wishbone (And the anti roll link bars perhaps?)

One last thing. Whilst I'm working in that general area is there anything else that might be worth doing at the same time. I'm thinking of doing the discs, pads and brake hoses whilst I'm at it.

Cheers

Ash

 

[quest63]

Topmounts would be a good idea. you might also want to consider roll bar bushes (can be a tricky job)

Cheap wishbone and drop link kit might be what your looking for. If you just want to change he bushes (perhaps for uprated ones) at least one of them has to be pressed in on a hydraulic press,and then you still have wishbones with at least partially worn ball joints that very well may need changing later.

As for disks pads and hoses theres no benefit work / labour wise to do them at the same time but obviously if they are unsafe in any way do them.

 

[The Arch Bishop]

Might be worth holding back cash for some drive shafts as well if you're lowering it. They do have a tendency to go when the ride height is lowered!