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hello all is there a basic starting point on shimming my trailing arms on my 82 vette . there are no shims at all at the moment . also i want to fit 275 / 60 tires on the rear been told they will fit on my standard alloys if i put the parking brake bracket on top of the arm . any help really appreciated . cheers kev
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Use SS shims on each side and center in the pocket. Alignment shop should take from there.
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hello all is there a basic starting point on shimming my trailing arms on my 82 vette . there are no shims at all at the moment . also i want to fit 275 / 60 tires on the rear been told they will fit on my standard alloys if i put the parking brake bracket on top of the arm . any help really appreciated . cheers kev
If you are interested here is my DIY alignment procedure.

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If you are interested here is my DIY alignment procedure.

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thank you will print this off and have a go my self
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Use SS shims on each side and center in the pocket. Alignment shop should take from there.
thanks for your reply s/s on order
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