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Re: Wiggly rear end

To: Bamandpeb@aol.com
Subject: Re: Wiggly rear end
From: Pamela Pepoy <gppepoy@cybertrails.com>
Date: Sat, 24 Mar 2001 22:23:40 -0800
Kathy,
Have you tried support hose.  Sorry, just couldn't resist.
Guy
Tempe, AZ

Bamandpeb@aol.com wrote:

> Kathy:
>
> Sorry about the subject title, but it was just too easy.
> As far as your problem goes, check the thru-bolt on the leaf springs (this is 
>a special bolt that passes thru the center of the entire leaf spring 
>assembly). We had one shear, and it produced the symptoms you described. You 
>will have to disassemble the suspension on the offending side. It is not 
>visible until the spring is off the car. The combination of the broken bolt, 
>along with loose shackle nuts, allowed the car to swing sideways on 
>acceleration. Good luck.
>
> Dan & Susan
>
> << Hi,
>
> I got a reply from Kathy about our upcoming BADROC run. She's got this
> question about a fish-tail effect upon acceleration. Anyone got experience
> with a problem like that? Maybe loose leaf springs?
>
> Kathy - I suggest you see Mike Young, as he has a hydraulic lift and can do
> a full inspection.
>
> Fred - So.SF

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