Where to place frame rails on a car?
The frame rails are placed with their outside edges on the lines on both the crossmember and the inside of the trunk lip, tacked in place, and again measured to verify the proper width. Measuring across the tops of the frame rails should also be done to verify they are plumb and straight.
How do you replace rear suspension bushings on a car?
First, jack the rear of the car up and place it securely on jack stands. Place the floor jack underneath the suspension and pump it up to support the weight — in the center of the beam, or underneath the end of the suspension arm if you have independent suspension.
How do you put a suspension on a car?
The steps are similar regardless of suspension type. First, jack the rear of the car up and place it securely on jack stands. Place the floor jack underneath the suspension and pump it up to support the weight — in the center of the beam, or underneath the end of the suspension arm if you have independent suspension.
What should the rear end pinion shaft angle be?
At least 1-degree and ideally not more than 3-degrees up. You can alter the rear end pinion shaft angle by inserting or removing wedge shaped shims under the rear spring mounts or by adjusting the length of the control arms positioning the rear end.
How do you replace an axle assembly on a car?
Hit the axle assembly with a rubber mallet if necessary. Insert the new axle assembly into the transaxle or differential. Install the outer joint of the axle assembly into the steering knuckle/hub assembly. Reattach the lower ball joint and tire rod end to the steering knuckle.
What’s the best way to replace rear frame rails?
Used Argon gas type welder and bought a tig on E bay. The Mig is from East Wood. East Wood sell’s a tip for the Tig. that you can do spot welding with out having to drill hole’s and weld like the Mig. It take some practice is advised with some scrap metal pieces. The metal need’s to be clean and use weld through primer.
Is it possible to repair a bent car frame?
Front end damage to a car, or rear end collision damage to a frame can both result in a bent car frame, which is difficult and expensive to repair. Sometimes the best choice is to sell your vehicle and avoid any further depreciation.
Can a welder replace a rear frame rail?
It is just VERY time consuming work, a lot of fitting, and trimming, and grinding. Do not, let the first time you use a welder be when you are trying to weld in a frame rail. Do yourself a favor and PRACTICE on the same gauge metal you will be working with, grab some extra metal, and practice, practice, practice.