K12 Turbo Diesel Front Suspension

[Allan]

Hi All.
My dad has a K12 Turbo Diesel that took a slight knock to the drivers side front wheel when it was on a right hand lock and stationery. There is now about 4 degrees toe-in and the steering wheel sits about 45 degrees clockwise when driving straight ahead. A visual inspection shows no obvious damage. Is there any weak parts on the front suspension that may have bent slightly? Or can it be something more serious?
Any help on this will be appreciated.

 

[Rich]

As a driving instructor this happens a lot to me in the 1.2 SE. As I look after it my self mainly I went and bought a couple of tie rod ends ( not that expensive) but there was nothing wrong with the originals just out of track. Had it re aligned and all OK.

That part seems to be strong, weak parts are the suspension top mounts and engine mounts. If you turn the wheel and theres clonking from the top of suspension that could be the mounts otherwise just have it re tracked first.

 

[Allan]

Re K12 Turbo Diesel Front Suspension

Thanks for the reply Rich.
The car is currently in the garage getting the front wing repaired where the car hit it.
They discovered a bent lower wishbone.
Should be getting it back on Tuesday.
Will let you know if that has cured it.
Allan

 

[Allan]

Re K12 Turbo Diesel Front Suspension

For anyone that may be interested.
Eventually got the car back from John Martin Group, after 3 weeks.
They replaced the lower wishbone, hub carrier, bearing and strut.
Don't think they were taking any chances on what was bent.
Thank god my insurance was paying for the repair.
Car drives perfectly again.