Conorc1983 Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 Good evening all. I was wondering could anyone help here. I’ve bought a 2009 Ford ka 1.3 tdci for her first car. I’ve found it easy enough to work on to change brakes etc. but when I put it up on the axle stands, I noticed this Rusty front section it’s on the front passenger side and I’m wondering 1) what that part actually is 2) can it be welded to be repaired or is it best to replace I appreciate the help in advance everyone 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomsFocus Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 That part holds the front crossmember (radiator and bumper mount) to the subframe. I'm not sure of it's correct name. Ford list it as 'filler' and eBay have them as 'longitudinal struts'. As the front end is held on with very long bolts, you may be able to support one side at a time and unbolt them individually. As a fairly major component, I'm not sure I'd feel safe having them welded. This eBay ad shows them pretty well. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/385152687667? On an unrelated note, that sharp edge of the ramp in the tyre tread is making me cringe! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conorc1983 Posted June 6 Author Share Posted June 6 Had noticed that after I took the photo and got it straight down! Thanks Tom!! I’ll get it ordered. Really appreciate your quick response 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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