Driver Side Rear End, Wheel / Tire Rubbing |
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Driver Side Rear End, Wheel / Tire Rubbing |
martinef1963 |
Sep 21 2013, 06:55 PM
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The Saga Continues... Group: Members Posts: 320 Joined: 9-November 04 From: Miami, FL, USA Member No.: 3,080 Region Association: South East States |
Hello. Last week or so I chimed in on a thread about Bilstein's adjustable perch. The consensus was to start on the 3rd level from the bottom.
I did, however, the driver's side tire still rubbed on the quarter panel lip, however, did not on the passenger side (close, but still). Today I moved the perch up to the 5-tier and the tire is still rubbing on the lip - on the passenger side much better clearance. I did note that the driver's side wheel sits out further than the passenger side and all other wheels. I took a look at the CV joints to see if there was a difference between side, however, did not see anything that would make me think it would be the CV joints. I inspected the A-arm and it appears to be solid, no signs of rust or break(s). Can someone throw some ideas out at me. I drove this car out from California in 2002 / 2003 and didn't have this problem. I initially suspected the CV joints because when we did the rebuild the CV were removed and reinstalled. I will get some pictures so you guys can see exactly what I am talking about. thanks, Fern |
ThePaintedMan |
Sep 26 2013, 06:04 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,886 Joined: 6-September 11 From: St. Petersburg, FL Member No.: 13,527 Region Association: South East States |
Why would the location of the engine/trans combo have anything to do with the alignment of the rear wheel or trailing arm?
I would say it would be prudent to do some measurements of the suspension console on both sides to rule that out. You can find the specs in the "914 Info" link at the top right hand of your browser window. Once that's ruled out, then the trailing arm and/or hub would become suspect. Alignment numbers would also go a long way towards ruling things out. |
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