GP4U2NV Posted June 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Did anyone notice that the rear upper inner bolt hole for the lateral link is oblonged for a small tow adjustment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy K Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Did anyone notice that the rear upper inner bolt hole for the lateral link is oblonged for a small tow adjustment? yes. but it is a horrible design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Did anyone notice that the rear upper inner bolt hole for the lateral link is oblonged for a small tow adjustment? Yes, it works alright, but it tend to slip eventually. Installation of cambolt kits allow it to hold much better.. I just installed the lateral links in the center of that slot.. Or I you can do it to either extreme.. Just for the sake of alignment sanity, keep them even in the slots from either side.. ie you install one and its on the outside part of the slot, install the other side to the outside of the slot.. You get the point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2009 Even our alignment machine shows that there is NO adjustment. Shows how much they know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 21, 2009 Report Share Posted June 21, 2009 Even our alignment machine shows that there is NO adjustment. Shows how much they know. Your alignment machine sucks Our somewhat older Hunter DSP6600 shows the adjustment for rear toe on Gen 1 Ws... Now heres a tib bit, 88 and most 89 W's acutally had cams already back there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Ok, everything is going back together........ last couple questions. 1) What color loc-tite for the bolts? (was told this is better than anti-corrosion) 2) What spot are you running your coil overs? (lock is at? top, middle, bottom) 3) Do you rub the 1/4 panel? (w/ the tire) (using 2nd gen lateral and spindle) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy K Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 1 I've used blue.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 1. I don't use locktite, I use anti-seize....but blue if you want. 2. Middle...I don't know the dimension off hand 3. I don't rub, but I've also rolled my metal fender out of the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 I CAN NOT AFFORD TO RUB. IS THIS POSSIBLE W/ A 175-300 PROGRESSIVE RATE SPRING Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Tell me your wheel offset, wheel width, tire size and i'll give you a good guess if you'll rub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Or call me and tell me your info. texting works too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 I dont remember the off set. I know that I am running a 18 inch wheel, with a 245 35 18 tire. LET ME SEE WHAT I CAN FIND ABOUT HTE OFF SET Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Offset: +35 IIRC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Unless the gen2 lat links are an inch longer than gen1's, you'll be ok. you can lower up to 2" and still be good. i did it. if you're still worried, raise the spring nut to halfway, then lower the car slowly to see if you have room. call me around 6pm central and i can explain it in better detail. and will make more sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 I have been told that they are 1 inch longer......... aurg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Well, with my spacers and larger offset, i'm only 1/4 less than you.....if my numbers are right. it'll be close. just call and i'll tell you how to check it carefully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Ill call you about 7 pm pacific time I dont mind sitting high in the rear..... Just worried with the 175/300 lb springs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Ok, everything is going back together........ last couple questions. 1) What color loc-tite for the bolts? (was told this is better than anti-corrosion) 2) What spot are you running your coil overs? (lock is at? top, middle, bottom) 3) Do you rub the 1/4 panel? (w/ the tire) (using 2nd gen lateral and spindle) 1 - Use Antiseize... No loctite of any form 2- Im sitting at about the upper-middle. My springs are different so start with the middle and adjust as necessary 3- No rubbin on my CS even when I did a 'practice slam'. Your GP has flares that will allow more room. Worse case scenario, remove your flare and trim the quarter panel a bit where its rolled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Ok, everything is going back together........ last couple questions. 1) What color loc-tite for the bolts? (was told this is better than anti-corrosion) 2) What spot are you running your coil overs? (lock is at? top, middle, bottom) 3) Do you rub the 1/4 panel? (w/ the tire) (using 2nd gen lateral and spindle) remove your flare and trim the quarter panel a bit where its rolled. I can not take it off. It is glued on and painted over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Ok, everything is going back together........ last couple questions. 1) What color loc-tite for the bolts? (was told this is better than anti-corrosion) 2) What spot are you running your coil overs? (lock is at? top, middle, bottom) 3) Do you rub the 1/4 panel? (w/ the tire) (using 2nd gen lateral and spindle) remove your flare and trim the quarter panel a bit where its rolled. I can not take it off. It is glued on and painted over. Ok, well as long as your not trying to tuck the tires you shouldnt have an issue... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWeb80 Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 We have flares yes, but we still have metal fenders just like a byp or se gp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Running a full 1-1.5 degrees negative camber will also help with clearance and help the handling. Since its not your DD you shouldnt have to worry about tire wear much.. Im running -.6 degrees camber and my tire comes close to touching, but not enough to cause rubbing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout: Ok, one side is completely installed. w/ Kyb shocks, 175-350 progressive rate spring (coil-over) 2nd gen lateral and spindle rods 2nd gen GMPP trailing links monte sway bar (1/2 in) Now working on the other side. Of course I have 2 bolts that dont want to come out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BXX Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 Get a bigger hammer So, the Gen 1.5 bar... 1/2"... umm, you sure its not the 7/8"??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP4U2NV Posted June 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 I dont honestly know. I know it came off a monte carlo....... I need to order stock hangers today and I cant find the right ones. Anyone got the part number or the size?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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