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May 25, 2004
Which way is it "almost vertical"?
The eye of the spring should be behind a vertical line from the eye of the
mounting point. Even if it is only very slightly forward of the mounting
point it will prevent the shackle moving into the right angle and the spring
will never settle to give the correct ride height.
If the shackle is even slanted a little forward then use a pry bar to flip
the shackle so that it points rearwards. Do this with the wheels on the
ground (or on ramps), not with the axle hanging on the spring. Once in the
correct position it will soon settle down properly during use. You do not
need to add extra weight like concrete blocks.
Guy
This might sound like a totaly daft question, but it is a while since I last
had the axle off its mount, but is it possible to mount the axle the wrong
side of the springs? either that or you have got the rear shakle 'locked'
in the wrong position, forward of centre.
R..
"Guy Weller" < Guy.Weller@... > 32305
Posted on May 25, 2004 07:00 PM
Posted to category(s) Drive Train | Electrical System | Ignition System | Suspension & Steering | Wheels
