Not MM related but what a rip off

[kennatt]

The wifes renault modus has developed a fault ,in that both rear ABS sensor holding clips have rusted out,totaly gone. Easy job,,,,,no niether renault or any motor factors can supply the clips,They are a circular fitting which slids onto the axle before fitting the rear hubs.they are originally made from mild steel and fitted to the axle by renault via a small spot weld.(Did they think that they would last for years) Renault state I need to buy a new axle £900. There is a firm on U tube who make them at £50 each, at least out of marine grade stainless so will outlast most cars, they aparently had a press made at great cost since they saw a gap in the market.
/ All modus,megan scenics,lagoona etc are the same.So £100 to sort for a pair metal clips metal value 30p At least they are available . I think its diabolical that renault fit a crucial part,made from material that will rapidly rust and would probably cost them 30pish to stock,and don't offer them as a spare part.
Renault owners beware.

[Sleeper]

JBWeld ?

Edit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLYmtiQXd5M

Get it done, you know you love her.....

John ;-)

[PhilipW1039]

Might be cheaper in the long run just to replace the Renault

[kennatt]

2p fix with dab of tigerseal.Probably less than that,did'nt have to buy the tube,local garage lent me it.Still peeeeed off with dealer.However its an 08 car but only has 23thou on clock owned from new.Good shopping trolly

[PhilipW1039]

Well done. What a result! I discovered Sikaflex recently - both that Tiger seal are amazing stuff.