Rear end seems loose
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Pro
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: RDU NC
Rear end seems loose
I have just recently noticed that the rear in my '85 auto seems loose- while maintaining a steady speed down the interstate (say around 75) and letting off the gas seems to make the rear slightly sway to the left. Felt like a low tire, which the RR tire was low about 10 or 15 psi, but after inflation, it made no difference. It's barely noticeable to begin with, but just a little more noticeable while in a turn. I'm thinking worn bushings or wheel bearings, possibly worn shocks/struts (the car does have 180k on it). Any ideas?
8th Gear
Joined: Apr 2004
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From: Mt. Pleasant Mi
My 85 did the same thing. I am not sure of the correct name of the part so I will call them connecting rods. There are two on each side. They look sort of like a dog bone. The bushings were worn out on mine. Replaced them and problem went away.
