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Jul 7, 2006 | 02:57 PM

MichaelG

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Sagging rear end

Just bought a 69 vette. I just noticed that the driver side of the rear end is sagging. Looks like one inch at the wheel well. Can the rear supension height be adjusted? I tried searching this but cam up with nothing.

Any thoughts?

MG

Jul 7, 2006 | 03:29 PM

GruntyPants

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Take a look at your rear spring bolts where the trailing arms attach, you can adjust the ride height by adjusting the nut on the bottom. Have a look at the bushings as well, you may just have one side that is completely rotted/destroyed/or missing.

Jul 7, 2006 | 03:59 PM

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Jul 8, 2006 | 05:54 PM

MichaelG

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Thanks guys. I think one of the bushings is done.

Jul 8, 2006 | 05:58 PM

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Here is a short...similar post from the C3 "general forum" on the same.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1439429

Jul 8, 2006 | 06:06 PM

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Because of the rear spring mount being in the center the rear end leaning is usually caused by the front end having a problem.Release one side of your front sway bar and see if it straightens up-if it does the bar is bent.These cars get hit in the front alot and it really effects the rear.