Re: Caster on Coupe out of whack

[todd candey <tcandey@wwa.com>]

Jonathan Monetti wrote:
> 
> Hi Y'all.
> 
> I am bummin.  My machanic has my Coupe, and replaced the subframe
> bushings and rear bearings (no, I ain't all thumbs, just too busy!).  He
> brought it to his alignment guy (they are in an MB dealership), and they
> realized that they can't get her within alignment specs.
> 
> Seems there is not enough caster at right front, while the left is
> appropriately long-legged.  Now we all know that these cars do not have
> adjustable caster...thus my problem.
> 
> Anyone BTDT?  I have no evidence that the car's hit/been hit under the
> chin (no overspray, no damage to underbody, etc), but who knows.  Also,
> he noted that the mounting holes for the subframe were *not* visibly
> elongated.
> 
> Anyone had this problem--is my frame definitely bent?
> 
> Jonathan Monetti
> 86 CGT

The is enough play in the subframe mounting bolts to loosen them and move the frame around to get 
the caster right.

Todd