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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 11:42 AM
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I have a C3 78 coupe in my shop that kicks my azz every day. I was at the point of setting it on fire but I took a few days to align myself and now am making progress.


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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by carjack007
Hi gr8t73,

I recently replaced my actuators with new aftermarket ones. After trying everything I could they would not close all the way...just like yours. I finally cut 1/4" off the end of the actuator rod and that solved the problem. If you did not change anything and they did close properly before, then you have an adjustment problem.

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First off i want to say I greatly appreciate all the input from forum members. I will try adjusting the 3 bolt u shaped piece as recommended by Dave J if that doesn't work I will do as you suggest & cot a 1/4" off the actuator rod. I did replace the actuators with aftermarket pieces so I am guessing this is the issue. Again thanks to everyone for the advise. I will let you know what works.
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First off i want to say I greatly appreciate all the input from forum members. I will try adjusting the 3 bolt u shaped piece as recommended by Dave J if that doesn't work I will do as you suggest & cot a 1/4" off the actuator rod. I did replace the actuators with aftermarket pieces so I am guessing this is the issue. Again thanks to everyone for the advise. I will let you know what works.

I rebuilt mine with all aftermarket parts and had the same problem. I adjusted the 3 bolt bracket and it worked.
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I rebuilt mine with all aftermarket parts and had the same problem. I adjusted the 3 bolt bracket and it worked.
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