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Re: rear alignment Posted by RS [Email] ![]() ![]() ![]() In Reply to: rear alignment, ToddM ![]() ![]() |
>1) I'm under the impression the rear cannot be "aligned" by conventional >methods. Can I use shims to bring the rear back into alignment?
Nope, no shims for alignment. The rear axle is one solidly-welded piece. Some other cars with rear beam axles do have shims for alignment, but not SAABs. It has to be bent into alignment by a shop that knows what it's doing.
>2) Is this a common problem with 4-doors?
It can happen to any C900 (or 99 or 9k)
>3) If the axle is bent, can I have it straightened, or do I need to >replace it?
There are some alignment shops around that can bend them to bring them back into proper alignment. You'll have to search around.
If it crabs, I'd take a look at the bushings on the leading links, trailing links, and the panhard rod. Also take a look at the attachment points for the panhard rod and the rod itself for damage. If it's bent or the attachment point to the body is damaged, the axle will be off to one side.
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