trailing arms 1982
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Le Mans Master
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From: columbia city in
trailing arms 1982
i will be replacing my trailing arms on my 82.when i put the new arm on do i try to put a even amount of shims on each side of the arm or more on inside or out side?
Drifting
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From: Lewisburg WV
thegazman
Keep the shims separate so you can measure them and reinstall the same as they were removed. Then take it to a reputable alignment shop after you've completed the installation. Buy a set of stainless steel shims.
Burning Brakes
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From: Trumbull CT.
Buy the stainless shims and have them on hand before you start. Try to measure what is there before you start or match the shims to the new. I read here that the inside sets the toe and the outside fills the gap. This is what I did with mine and then brought it to a Corvette speaking alignment shop. I called before I started and they told me to get it as close as possible and they will get it right. Hope this helps.
Safety Car
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From: North Easton Mass
I replaced both my frame and trailing arms so I just shoved shims in about equally on both sides. I drove the car several times before going to the alignment shop (sort of set the toe-in in front) , and although the handling was far from ideal you'd be suprised how easily the car drives with bogus alignment. I wouldn't take the car on the highway but for city-driving speeds you should be able to make it to the alignment shop without any problems.
Rick B.
Rick B.
