thanks for the insight, hmmm they may be cracking cos this mechanic is installing them with no load on the front axle, so ain't going to him, just researched a bit more on Meyle site and i am edging towards going for them they aren't fluid filled so should last longer if fitted properly , however what it doesn't mention is how the other components will bear up due to the more rigid meyle bushings......again thanks for the reply.....i will for sure nagthe next mechanic whilst he is doing the install and ask him to tighten with weight bearing down on car