[DeTomaso] machine ball joint to modify alingment

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 5/20/10 8 22 49, steveblum2 at msn.com writes:


> I recently found what I suspect is a problem with the front end. 
> Aparently when I had the suspension bushings changed the new ones were installed 
> wrong causing an alignment problem. My question is, how much of a project is 
> it to disassemble the front end, correct the busing and reassemble the 
> front end? Is this a job only for an experienced mechanic or someone with 
> mechanical skills but limited experience can handle? What special tools are 
> required?
> 

Another point--when your front end was reassembled, all the shims etc. 
should have gone towards the front side of the upper ball joint, pushing it 
relatively rearwards.   It's possible that they were put towards the back side, 
which would totally jack up your alignment and contribute to the problem 
you're having.

You should post the photo you sent me so people can see what we're talking 
about.   Or better yet, I will:

http://tinyurl.com/22olpcz

Mike