Trailing Arms - Need advice
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Trailing Arms - Need advice
I pulled off the rear suspension from my '74...
I posted it all in this forum...and asked about the trailing arms...but no reply...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...down-pics.html
The arms were rebuilt about 5 or 6 years ago, but while they're off - what should I check ? How should I inspect them ? As long as they're off, if they need anything, this would be the time !
Thanks in advance...Jeff
I posted it all in this forum...and asked about the trailing arms...but no reply...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...down-pics.html
The arms were rebuilt about 5 or 6 years ago, but while they're off - what should I check ? How should I inspect them ? As long as they're off, if they need anything, this would be the time !
Thanks in advance...Jeff
Pro
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From: Boca Raton Florida
From your earlier post, you mention Van Steel as the supplier for your adjustable links. They are in the business of rebuilding trailing arms so why don't you contact them for the list of things they look for.
I personally look for stuff like this...
While you have the trailing arms out, you could make a small change to gain about an inch extra tire clearance. That e-brake cable bracket mounted on the outside surface creates a tire clearance issue. If you are considering bigger tires, now would be a good time to relocate that bracket to the top of the arm. It isn't as much clearance as the 2.5 inch offset arms but it's only a little grinding and welding.
I personally look for stuff like this...
While you have the trailing arms out, you could make a small change to gain about an inch extra tire clearance. That e-brake cable bracket mounted on the outside surface creates a tire clearance issue. If you are considering bigger tires, now would be a good time to relocate that bracket to the top of the arm. It isn't as much clearance as the 2.5 inch offset arms but it's only a little grinding and welding.
Burning Brakes
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I pulled off the rear suspension from my '74...
I posted it all in this forum...and asked about the trailing arms...but no reply...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...down-pics.html
The arms were rebuilt about 5 or 6 years ago, but while they're off - what should I check ? How should I inspect them ? As long as they're off, if they need anything, this would be the time !
Thanks in advance...Jeff
I posted it all in this forum...and asked about the trailing arms...but no reply...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...down-pics.html
The arms were rebuilt about 5 or 6 years ago, but while they're off - what should I check ? How should I inspect them ? As long as they're off, if they need anything, this would be the time !
Thanks in advance...Jeff
David
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From: Chino CA
OK.....thanks !
David - very few miles so I guess I'm ok...
i'm just gonna clean them up....paint them and go with them.
Worst that can happen is they fail on me....!
They sure seemed fine for the last 5 years...
Thanks guys.
David - very few miles so I guess I'm ok...
i'm just gonna clean them up....paint them and go with them.
Worst that can happen is they fail on me....!
They sure seemed fine for the last 5 years...
Thanks guys.
Safety Car
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From: Oakland California
I'm no trailer arm expert, but from what I've read from old threads on this subject, they've mention checking bearing end play and just checking to make sure all bushings are in good conditions. If everything is good, then you're good to go
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