[DeTomaso] machine ball joint to modify alingment

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 5/20/10 8:22:37 AM, 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?
> 

I can't imagine what could happen in simply changing bushings that caused 
an 'alignment problem', Steve. Unless offset bushings were used and installed 
in the wrong ends of the a-arms, or mixed randomly. Bushing changes are not 
difficult but the mechanic MUST understand what it being attempted here! 
Try another shop- one that understands Panteras, or get a knowlegable friend 
to come over to your place & DIY. No special tools- wrenches, a hammer, a 
floor jack and an eyeball-alignment afterwards (to get you to a commercial 
alignment shop, since I assume you don't do your own wheel alignments), is all 
that's necessary. Figure on spending a Saturday afternoon at this job and be 
sure all the bolts are tight before driving. Good luck- J DeRyke