Rusted xm subframe
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Rusted xm subframe
Last mot stated subframe was corroded but not structurally weakened. Can the subframe be welded? Some garages say yes, others no!
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Re: Rusted xm subframe
Its a bit of a grey area, I beleve IF IM still correct it can be welded IF an MOT tester has not seen its weak condition before hand, but once spotted and seen to be weak by a tester it cant be.
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Re: Rusted xm subframe
Theres a front and rear subframe for same on here now!!
Might be worth getting if you have had advisories on yours!
Might be worth getting if you have had advisories on yours!
Projects:(eventually if theres any bodywork left)
93 L Xm 2.1t D auto project
93 L xm V6 12v Sei Manual
Others
In use.. 1995 M reg S2 2.1td auto exclusive
93 L Xm 2.1t D auto project
93 L xm V6 12v Sei Manual
Others
In use.. 1995 M reg S2 2.1td auto exclusive
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Re: Rusted xm subframe
And heres the LINK, (Paul)citroenxm wrote:Theres a front and rear subframe for same on here now!!
Might be worth getting if you have had advisories on yours!

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Re: Rusted xm subframe
Your so helpful xmx ...



Projects:(eventually if theres any bodywork left)
93 L Xm 2.1t D auto project
93 L xm V6 12v Sei Manual
Others
In use.. 1995 M reg S2 2.1td auto exclusive
93 L Xm 2.1t D auto project
93 L xm V6 12v Sei Manual
Others
In use.. 1995 M reg S2 2.1td auto exclusive
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Re: Rusted xm subframe
It won't need welding if you sort it quickly, mot testers have been issuing advisories for rust marks rather than rust holes, have a look underneath and check to see exactly what the issue is.
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