Alignment "Kit"--And Replacing Upper Arm

[mbruffey]

1997 Eddie Bauer 302 AWD. I am replacing the driver's upper control arm. At this point, I am trying to understand the function and workings of the camber(?) adjustment kit the shop put in last year. I can see the shiny new (!) parts, but can't figure out exactly how/why they are installed the way they are. I assume it goes in a special way and I do not want to mess it up. Can someone explain to me how it works and what I should be on the lookout for as I uninstall and reinstall? Thx, LMB

 

[Explorer Junky]

I would use a paint marker to mark their position, and try to get them as close to that as possible. Then, run straight to an alignment shop! Also, I would do both uppers at same time as a problem could occur with keeping the alignment true.

 

[mbruffey]

Does "their" position refer to the way the silver pieces are "dialed in" in relation to each other and to the mounts?

 

[Explorer Junky]

something like that. They are a CAM. they apply pressure to the side and push against the side to pull the control arm.

 

[mbruffey]

Okay, thanks. I believe I have figured it out. Not complex, as I had hoped.

Here's an excellent, short youtube video, which helped me a lot! [Maybe worth a "sticky"]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNoaDVqqEEo


Thx, Mark