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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 04:16 PM
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i was told that because of frame "sag" i would need "offset" upper a-arm shafts, has anyone ever used these? the last time i had it aligned they removed all shims and said it was as close as they could get, should i take to a frame shop?
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 04:18 PM
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Some people here have them. You will have to install them so that they move the arm bushings to the outside of the car to get the caster closer to 0.

You may want to invest in a spreader bar and spread out the suspension towers, that should help.
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 04:27 PM
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how is a spreader bar used?
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 05:20 PM
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the one under the hood?

couldn't resist. . .
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 05:25 PM
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it spreads the upper a-arm towers. i've got a similar problem on a 67 camaro and i've wondered whether pulling the frame out would last. seems like letting the frame continue to bend inward can't be the best solution. anyone had this done?
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