 A Question for Those in the Know, I have an alignment question - UPDATE: Problem Solved |
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| 76-914 |
 Jun 19 2018, 06:11 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist  Group: Members Posts: 13,495 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California 
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I had my '73 aligned a week before Rt66 and failed to give it a proper road test before hitting the road About 70mph it begins to vibrate a bit and ceases around 80mph. Before having it aligned it drove like a dream but ate the front tires. Living in the sticks I don't have a lot of choices so I'm hoping someone can gleam these "before and after" alignment details and make a recommendation so that I can have it set correctly. TIA, Kent (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) PS, click on the pic to view it upright.
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| 914forme |
Jun 20 2018, 06:09 PM
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Times a wastin', get wrenchin'! Group: Members Posts: 3,896 Joined: 24-July 04 From: Dayton, Ohio Member No.: 2,388 Region Association: None
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Kent do your own alignment (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Your smart enough to do the simple math. I do it with strings, and a framing square. A couple of pieces of wood and some grease to make a slip plate. A couple of thick tiles and wax paper will do the same and not make a mess.
Alignment is most likely not the issue. But since they adjusted the tow, make sure all the locking nuts are in place.. etc... Scott made a really nice fixture for home alignment. I will most likely build a set of hub stands when I get the chance. Sherline had a great set they used to sell that would also do corner weights, with bearings to take off the friction from moving the alignment. Very neat setup. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Does not look like they are building the system anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) |
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| 76-914 |
Jun 20 2018, 09:37 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,495 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(914forme @ Jun 20 2018, 05:09 PM)  (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Kent do your own alignment (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Your smart enough to do the simple math. I do it with strings, and a framing square. A couple of pieces of wood and some grease to make a slip plate. A couple of thick tiles and wax paper will do the same and not make a mess. Alignment is most likely not the issue. But since they adjusted the tow, make sure all the locking nuts are in place.. etc... Scott made a really nice fixture for home alignment. I will most likely build a set of hub stands when I get the chance. Sherline had a great set they used to sell that would also do corner weights, with bearings to take off the friction from moving the alignment. Very neat setup. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Does not look like they are building the system anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) I thought about it but my understanding is that one needs a level floor. My garage floor slopes front to rear and left to right! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) |
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| 914_teener |
Jun 21 2018, 01:04 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,197 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 20 2018, 08:37 PM) QUOTE(914forme @ Jun 20 2018, 05:09 PM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Kent do your own alignment (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Your smart enough to do the simple math. I do it with strings, and a framing square. A couple of pieces of wood and some grease to make a slip plate. A couple of thick tiles and wax paper will do the same and not make a mess. Alignment is most likely not the issue. But since they adjusted the tow, make sure all the locking nuts are in place.. etc... Scott made a really nice fixture for home alignment. I will most likely build a set of hub stands when I get the chance. Sherline had a great set they used to sell that would also do corner weights, with bearings to take off the friction from moving the alignment. Very neat setup. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Does not look like they are building the system anymore. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) I thought about it but my understanding is that one needs a level floor. My garage floor slopes front to rear and left to right! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Mine is pretty level. I've done it before and my floor is free. Up to you. And yes....despite what other people say....I think you might be smart enough. Susan is a mean cook. |
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Posts in this topic
76-914 A Question for Those in the Know Jun 19 2018, 06:11 PM
jcd914 It is not likely the it is an alignment issue.
The... Jun 19 2018, 06:28 PM Travis Neff Sounds like a wheel balance or bent rim problem. ... Jun 19 2018, 07:12 PM Chris914n6 Same tires or did you replace the fronts?
If same ... Jun 19 2018, 08:30 PM 914_teener :agree: +2
Looks like they just adjusted the fron... Jun 19 2018, 08:32 PM 76-914 The tires are new and balanced when installed. The... Jun 20 2018, 07:48 AM Spoke So with toe out there's no vibration. With toe... Jun 20 2018, 09:23 AM '73-914kid Net 0 toe in the front is a little aggressive for ... Jun 20 2018, 09:39 AM
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Net 0 toe in the front is a little aggressive for... Jun 21 2018, 05:52 AM Elliot Cannon Loose tie rods. Jun 20 2018, 11:03 AM 76-914
Net 0 toe in the front is a little aggressive for... Jun 20 2018, 03:06 PM Elliot Cannon Jack the car up, grip the tire at 12 o:clock and 6... Jun 20 2018, 03:51 PM 76-914
[quote name='914forme' post='2621577' date='Jun ... Jun 21 2018, 11:27 AM Dave_Darling
I thought about it but my understanding is that o... Jun 22 2018, 12:06 PM 914forme
I thought about it but my understanding is that ... Jun 23 2018, 05:22 PM majkos1 I had similar issues,
Replaced a worn bearing,
Vi... Jun 21 2018, 08:28 AM John I'm guessing that your front tires are worn sl... Jun 21 2018, 11:37 AM 76-914
I'm guessing that your front tires are worn s... Jun 21 2018, 11:52 AM John
I'm guessing that your front tires are worn ... Jun 21 2018, 11:57 AM 76-914
[quote name='76-914' post='2621828' date='Ju... Jun 21 2018, 12:59 PM taylspin46
I had my '73 aligned a week before Rt66 and f... Jun 22 2018, 06:29 PM 76-914
I had my '73 aligned a week before Rt66 and ... Jun 23 2018, 09:34 AM 76-914 Been awhile but I (we) nailed it. Thx for everyone... Jul 22 2018, 02:48 PM |
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