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Bought on ebay from AmericanCustomTuning - for 2 reasons: They had good feedback and they use the Global Shipping Programme so I had no worries about customs clearance, paperwork and additional charges in my end.
I use the car 2000 mls per year for good weather cruising.
I don't know who the manufacturer might be, but I hope they are quality parts...especially the rubber bushings. Steering and suspension are two of the critical areas involving passenger safety. Good luck with your repairs.
Please keep an eye on the rubber parts, especially as time goes on. These may be excellent parts and they may just be adequate.
I had my 1978 C3 to the alignment shop today after replacing the TA bushings and the shop measured that the rear was a little out of spec.
They don't have any shims for my car so I just left the shop with the print out.
Left side toe is + 0°04'
Right side toe is -0°06'
I have tried to Google how thick shims I need to get to spec?
My shop manual says total toe to be 1/16" to 3/16" but how do I relate that to degrees?
Many thanks in advance
Christian
Well its not that hard to take DIY alignment measurement. With simple tools it can be done in ~ 5 minutes.
Basic items needed.
1. smart phone with an angle app.
2. DIY straight edge to mount to your wheels.
3. laser level (toe readings)
4. 2 tape measures.
5. 4 equal length spacers (the longer the more accurate toe readings)
here is my detail DIY alignment measurements.
When I worked on this process I used my dealership alignment rack to confirm process. The dealership charged me $30.00 for them to take measurements only.
Since you have you alignment print out, you can see if you get the same results. If you are able to get similar readings then you are ready to make adjustments and feel comfortable in the DIY Alignment.
Great post - It inspired me to make two toe measuring tools out of some left over alu profiles.
I just need a pair og longer profiles to attach so I can get a more accurate reading.
I also did a camber tool out of a digital spirit level a while ago.
