I was going round a corner the other day and i heard a loud noise from the front right wheel.
I thought i had poped the tyre at first.
when i got home took the wheel off and found out that something has snaped off the whisbone.
I was wondering if anyone knows what this is and how/where to get it fixed?
Here is a picture i took:

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That is called a "stabilizer (or swar bay bar) link". It is a common thing to break due to rust over a period of time. They are cheap and easy to replace. You might as well do both sides now, because the other one is probably ready to break too.

 

Sorry, I meant sway bar link. I seem to be dyslexic on the keyboard today.

 

I just checked on-line. Advance Auto has TRW replacements, generally superior to the original equipment, for about $8.00 each.

 

Thanks for the fast replies.
Is it still safe to drive in the mean time?
I need the car for work.

 

also, do they deliver to the uk?

 

Yes, it is safe to drive. Just take it easy. The car will lean more in the corners since the stabilizer is not functional now. I wouldn't bother trying to order parts from the States, it is a common part and should be a reasonable price anywhere. It will probably be 2-3x the price I quoted for the part from a dealer. I do my own work so I try and find better aftermarket replacements if possible; especially if they are lower cost than original