Probably best not to show this post to your MOT tester as few check for kingpin/bush wear correctly...

As Spanner Juggler correctly points out, the end bit of the kingpin will show the least wear. The part with the wear is the most used - ie where the slider normally sits.

To check movement, jack car up and support. Either apply brakes with a stick, or recruit someone to push the brake (kids usually love doing this). Then, holding the wheel at 5 past 7, lift (with your hands) and push/pull to feel wear. Repeat at 5 to 5 (it's time for Crackerjack...), then do the same to the other front wheel.

I make the point about the brakes as with them on, the play in the front wheel bearing disappears, and there should be some. None at all risks bearing seizure.


1930 Super Sports Aero 'The Elk'