i just installed a salvage rear axle ass'y in my '84 complete with SVO transplanted brakes, and 3.55's about a month ago, i've since noticed some wierd gear noises while driving it...also, at highway speeds during lane changes it almost feels like the whole car is "crabbing" when the wheel is swayed from side to side. i've already had problems with this new setup, like a caliper hanging, and ebrake problems, now this comes up. The part that really threw me for a loop was when i took it to firestone for a front end alignment, well of course they put the reflectors on the rear as well as the front, and after looking at the report, it shows that my rear wheels are towed out?!?!?!? The axle ass'y was pulled from a wrecked '91 that went over a curb into a field, and took out a light post at speeds in excess of 100mph (yes, I know the guy it used to belong to).
is it likely that the axle tubes are bent causing the toe out condition? and does anyone know if they can be straightened, or should I just buy a new housing, and put all my guts into it?
is it likely that the axle tubes are bent causing the toe out condition? and does anyone know if they can be straightened, or should I just buy a new housing, and put all my guts into it?