[Shotimes] Alignment

[sho2go]

Thanks, guys.  I just had the SF out, replaced it as far front as it would
go, although that is not much difference.  New tie rod ends, LCAs, SB ends,
etc.  Its clearly out of whack now, I need to find someone who will get into
it and move the struts if necessary.  As for the rears, the tires outlast
the fronts 2 or 3 to 1, so I'm not sure there will be much advantage to
paying for a non-issue back there.
Mike

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Donald Mallinson" <dmall@mwonline.net>
To: <shotimes@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2003 7:30 AM
Subject: Re: [Shotimes] Alignment


> Just a slight correction:  The rear suspension on the SHO IS
> slightly adjustable.  Performance Plus made adjustments on
> my '89 some time ago that helped.  There are excentric
> bushings in the arms that allow some adjustment.  It is just
> that most mechanics are too lazy to try.
>
> The biggest rip is when shops charge for an "alignment" but
> only adjust toe.  Since the only real adjustment on the
> Front even is toe.  It is possible to move the subframe
> around to equalize settings from side to side, but without
> breaking or drilling the welds on the strut tower, real
> adjustment is not possible.
>
> Don Mallinson
>
> Kevin & Cheryl Airth wrote:
> > Mike:
> >  Most alignments consist of "Setting the toe and letting it go". The
rear is
> > not adjustable from the factory but different offset bushings are
available.
> > You also can upgrade to the GM tubular rear control arms for complete
> > adjustability. If your car has been lowered or sagging some you may need
to
> > adjust the rear toe and/or camber. What does the wear pattern on the
rear
> > tires look like? Any edges wearing? If you need some adjustments post
back
> > to the list for more options and where to get them. Be sure and get the
> > print out from the shop showing before and after settings. They don't do
> > much for the money but if the guy will use the alignment machine to it's
> > full potential you can learn a lot about your car.
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