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Aug 18, 2005 | 12:56 PM

LT1CORVETTE

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Knuckle, rear suspension

Going to replace the knuckle on the passenger side rear. consensus is that it is bent and replacing it will correct the camber problem I am having. Where is the best place to purchase a rear knuckle? Mid america seems to have the best price so far, but it says it is reconditioned. Are these ok to use in your opinion?
http://www.madvet.com/shop?part=3.157.1128.604504

Car is a 96 with 90k.
thanks

Aug 18, 2005 | 01:02 PM

Mark_Sheehy

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Not sure if they have them or not, but I would at least look at "The Last Detail". I have purchased bearings, rotors and other stuff and have had excellent prices & results.

Aug 18, 2005 | 01:34 PM

LT1CORVETTE

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The last detail
Is this what you are referring to?
Thanks.

Aug 18, 2005 | 02:41 PM

jburnett

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I usually buy pieces from Contemporary Corvette if you're wanting a used piece. www.contemporarycorvette.com
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Aug 18, 2005 | 05:08 PM

mash557

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You have checked the camber rod bushings. I expect that you have, but had to ask. My inner bushings were gone. What kind of camber problems are you having??

Aug 18, 2005 | 07:22 PM

LT1CORVETTE

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Originally Posted by mash557

You have checked the camber rod bushings. I expect that you have, but had to ask. My inner bushings were gone. What kind of camber problems are you having??

Basically with the adjuster maxed out, the camber will not go more positive than -.8 degrees. Would like it around -.5. Car had a recent impact with a wall in the rear wheel area, top of the wheel (light damage to wheel). None of the arms are bent so I am told. Will have someone more qualified than me (I know little about suspension) check those bushings. Taking it into corvette mike tomorrow.
Thanks for giving another thing to check.