You likely need to replace the ball joint (in the upper A-Arm) and the trunnion
(lower a-arm). There is no adjustment that would fix the problem you describe.
This test is a very common one to do and easy as pie to show up problems.
Vic Whitmore
76 Spitfire
Thornhill, Ontario
http://www.vicwhit.com
Joe Whalley wrote:
>
> My 72 failed state inspection when they jacked up the front end, grabbed the
> tires at top and bottom and wiggled the wheel. Seemed to be about 1/4 inch
> of play. What would cause this, the ball joint? Is there a simple adjustment
> that could be made before the full fix> There is no noticeable problem with
> the steering.
>
> Thanks
> Joe
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