Marathon Steering/Suspension

BLK MAJK · 03-15-2021, 09:11 AM

So I was giving my cart an alignment yesterday and checking for play in the steering and suspension. I had previously greased everything, which did help, but I think some parts need replaced as well. One of the biggest things I noticed is the amount of space in the spindle/mount/king pin. I tried to find a good diagram showing all of the components, but didn't have much success. I feel like I am missing a spacer/washer or two in the below picture. Also, is there a sleeve/bushing that goes thru the spindle and is supposed to support the king pin? I have quite a bit of slop in all directions where the king pin goes thru (other than the potential missing thrust washer(s)).

Ryokuro · 03-15-2021, 09:44 AM

Looks like you're missing a thrust bearing and a washer.

16982-G1 Thrust Bearing
00879-G7 Washer, 7/8

JohnnieB · 03-15-2021, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by BLK MAJK

So I was giving my cart an alignment yesterday and checking for play in the steering and suspension. I had previously greased everything, which did help, but I think some parts need replaced as well. One of the biggest things I noticed is the amount of space in the spindle/mount/king pin. I tried to find a good diagram showing all of the components, but didn't have much success. I feel like I am missing a spacer/washer or two in the below picture. Also, is there a sleeve/bushing that goes thru the spindle and is supposed to support the king pin? I have quite a bit of slop in all directions where the king pin goes thru (other than the potential missing thrust washer(s)).

What year Marathon. I might have a parts manual for it in PDF form.

BLK MAJK · 03-15-2021, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnieB

What year Marathon. I might have a parts manual for it in PDF form.

1991...forgot I left that part out

JohnnieB · 03-15-2021, 11:04 AM

This one ought to cover it. Page H-1

BLK MAJK · 03-15-2021, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnieB

This one ought to cover it. Page H-1

Perfect!! Thank you sir!!

smithr355 · 05-17-2021, 07:52 AM

Anyone know where I can find the 00879-G7? Thanks

Ryokuro · 05-18-2021, 02:14 PM

Doesn't look to be anything special. It's just a 7/8" washer.

Take a trip to your local hardware store.

GolfNfool · 07-06-2022, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnieB

This one ought to cover it. Page H-1

Would you happen to have the PDF for an 88 Marathon? Wanting to rebuild everything.

JohnnieB · 07-06-2022, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by GolfNfool

Would you happen to have the PDF for an 88 Marathon? Wanting to rebuild everything.

Here you go.

03-15-2021, 09:44 AM	#2
Ryokuro Getting Wild Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Baltimore Posts: 110	Re: Marathon Steering/Suspension Looks like you're missing a thrust bearing and a washer. 16982-G1 Thrust Bearing 00879-G7 Washer, 7/8

05-17-2021, 07:52 AM	#7
smithr355 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2021 Posts: 3	Re: Marathon Steering/Suspension Anyone know where I can find the 00879-G7? Thanks
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05-18-2021, 02:14 PM	#8
Ryokuro Getting Wild Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Baltimore Posts: 110	Re: Marathon Steering/Suspension Doesn't look to be anything special. It's just a 7/8" washer. Take a trip to your local hardware store.

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