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Strut Rod Adjustments

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  • Start date Start date Apr 3, 2004

jikelly

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Do you guys know what the procedure isw for installing new strut rod bushings on a 71-73 mustang? I put new bushings on mine but I had no instructions to follow so I just kinda took my best guess. I'll bet it could be really bad if I got it wrong.
 
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As far as installing them, reverse the removal proceedure of the old ones. You will need to get the front end lined up when the new ones are installed. The adjusting nuts on the rods are how the caster of the wheels and tires are adjusted. With the new, uncrushed bushings, I'm sure the caster has been affected. The nuts also need to be torqued a specific amount also. A good alignment tech should know the specs.
 

jikelly

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Um I did every thing but the torqued part. I'll ask the next time I get an alignment.
 
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