About this Event
Designed exclusively for those who have already completed the two-day class, it takes you deeper into the engine — the beating heart of your classic.
Steering & Suspension
Learn the essentials of steering and suspension systems, with practical guidance on removal, replacement and adjustment of key components on classic vehicles. This workshop covers common steering rack and steering box setups, tracking basics, power steering fluid replacement, and core suspension tasks.
What you’ll cover:
- Track rod ends (TREs): Removal and replacement
- Tracking: Understanding and setting up tracking
- Steering systems: Steering rack and steering box systems
- Power steering: Power steering fluid replacement
- Steering box: Adjusting steering box
- Suspension: Swinging shackle removal and replacement
- Springs: Coil spring removal and replacement
By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of these steering and suspension systems and the confidence to carry out the key removal, replacement and adjustment tasks covered in the session.
Prerequisite: Completion of the 2-day Care for Your Classics course.
Location: Bicester Heritage site (Oxfordshire) - OX26 5HA
Duration: 1 Day - 10:00am start on the Saturday.
Tutors: Expert Tutors from the Restoration Industry
Total cost: £150 including booking, admin, equipment, tools etc
"I thought the delivery of the course was very good - even the most simple questions were welcomed and the tutor was obviously very experienced. I liked the small number of course attendees which helped ensure everyone got individual attention - I thought the course was good value"
"The course was more than worth the money and time. Richard was extremely approachable and was happy to answer any questions that any of us had. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. I was very sad to leave. I'd do it all again"
"A great course, with a perfect participant to lecturer ratio and covering exactly what was stated. The duration was perfect and pace good, with an excellent balance of theory and practical work."
Event venue & nearby stays
Heritage Skills Academy, 3 Wedgewood Road, Bicester, United Kingdom
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