Engine cradle: key piece for your car without a license

The cradle is a central element of the structure before a car-free car. It supports the engine, the gearbox and several essential organs like the direction rack. Its function is both structural and safe: it maintains the components in place, absorbs some of the shocks and contributes to the overall rigidity of the chassis. A motor cradle in good condition is essential for handling, comfort and security.

Role and importance of the engine cradle

The engine cradle is often called "under-Cradle "Because it is under the engine compartment and connects the front members. It is upon him that the engine is fixed, the box and sometimes the suspension arms. In case of shock before, it is one of the first pieces to cash the impact, partially protecting the vital organs.

Main functions

• Engine support and transmission : It maintains the engine aligned with the box and the rest of the transmission.
• Structural : It connects both sides of the chassis and ensures the cohesion of the front of the vehicle.
• Shock absorption : In case of collision, it partially distorts to protect the rest of the chassis.
• Fixing suspensions : It receives the anchor points of triangles and sometimes the stabilizer bar.

Consequences of a damaged motor cradle

A folded, crafted or corroded motor cradle can cause a miscarriage of the engine, a distorted geometry, noise or an imprecise direction. In severe cases, it can cause a risk of rupture, loss of control or premature wear of tires and suspensions.

Diagnosis: How to know if the engine cradle should be replaced

Regular inspection of the engine cradle is crucial, especially after a shock or if you notice unusual symptoms. A visual examination makes it possible to detect cracks, deformations or drinking rust points.

Reveal signs

• Vehicle that draws on one side despite recent parallelism.
• Metal noises or crunches from the engine compartment.
• Perceptible game on the anchor points of the engine or triangles.
• Visible corrosion, weakened or perforated metal.
• Visible damage following a frontal shock or a passage on a significant obstacle.

Maintenance and replacement of the engine cradle

Although the engine cradle is designed to last, its replacement becomes necessary in case of significant deformation or advanced corrosion. It is essential for security, we must not be satisfied with a makeshift repair if the integrity is compromised.

Mounting precautions

• Use new fasteners and respect the tightening torques.
• Check the status of silent-Engine blocks and box brackets.
• Check the vehicle geometry after replacement.
• Inspect the peripheral parts: rack, triangles, ball joints.

Compatibility and choice of parts

Each car model without a license has a motor cradle with specific dimensions and adapted fixing points. In Pro VSP, product cards specify brand compatibility (Aixam, Ligier, Microcar, Chatenet, Bellier, JDM, Casalini, Grecav, Italcar) To avoid any order error.

Catalog Pro VSP : Cribs engine and accessories

Pro VSP offers a wide range of cradles controlled new or used, adapted to each vehicle. Our parts are selected for their quality and compliance with original standards. Each cradle is checked before shipment to ensure a simple and secure assembly.

Complementary parts recommended

When replacing a motor cradle, it is advisable to check the other elements of the front suspension. Find the suspension legs, dampers and springs associated in our dedicated category: Car suspension leg without a license. Changing these items at the same time allows you to leave on a homogeneous and secure before.

Budget and purchase advice

The price of a motor cradle depends on the car model without a license, availability and state (nine or used). To optimize the budget, enjoy the replacement to inspect and change the wear parts (silent-Blocks, Joints, Fixations), to avoid disassembling a few months later.

POST CONTROLS-replacement

• Checking tightenings after a few kilometers.
• Parallelism control and geometry.
• Visual inspection to ensure the absence of new cracks.
• Attentive listening to abnormal noises during the first trips.

Good practices to extend the service life

• Clean the bottom of your vehicle regularly to avoid corrosion.
• Avoid shocks against sidewalks or obstacles.
• Check the silent-Engine blocks and box, replace-If they present a game.
• Monitor any noise or unusual vibration appearance.
• Check the engine cradle after any accident, even minor.

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