Front Suspension Overhaul - VW Brasilia - Part 8/8
Concludes the front suspension overhaul of the Brasilia in Part 8/8 with assembly and final consolidation. Also showcases the end result of one of the longest front-end repair series.
⚡ Tightening Torques & Specifications
| Component | Specified Torque | Assembly Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel lug bolts (Brasilia) | 98 N·m | Paulo cites an online table: '100 N·m ou 10 quilos' for the Brasilia wheel lug bolts. |
Tools used
- Hand drill (cordless drill/driver / hand drill)
- 11 mm drill bit (11 mm)
- 12 mm drill bit (12 mm)
- Grease gun (greasing via Zerk fittings)
Parts mentioned / replaced
- Cofap front shock absorber (adapted from Chevrolet Celta)
- Shock absorber bump stop kit bushing (Celta, cut to 30 mm)
- Original Brasilia shock absorber bushings
- Zerk grease fittings — replacement for suspension lubrication