Gap on suspension mounts

[MattyMarsh]

On my 172 mk2, looking at the front suspension mounts under the bonnet, there is a small gap of about 1cm between the rubber mounts and the bodywork.

Firstly should this gap exist ?

Secondly, when I turn the wheels to the left, the right mount tilts slightly, and when I turn the wheels to the right the left mount tilts.

I hope this make some sense. Can anyone confirm similar behaviour.

Thanks.

Matthew

 

[BenR]

Yup....

The gaps do vary from next to nothing, to sometimes 2cm on some cars. See if they can tighten up a tad, but if they arent knocking dont worry.

They tilt when you turn as its a Macphereson setup and castor is introduced by tilting the strut.....its also why you get positive camber change on the inside wheel when you turn.

 

[MattyMarsh]

Thanks. Id never seen this before. Almost looks like theyve come loose. Very unlikely I know.

Matthew