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tomm9298 · #1 04-11-2005, 08:53 AM

Finished the front end rebuild on my 280TE wagon. NOT a fun task. Borrowed a ball joint press from AutoZone, did not really fit, but got the job done. Luckily I have a 1 inch drive socket set, I had to use my 3 foot breaker bar and stand on it to pop those old lower ball joints out.

Here is a list of items replaced:
Both upper control arms and of course ball joints and bushings
Both lower ball joints
Both tie rod assemblies
I did not replace center drag link or steering dampner.
Now, the question is. For front end alignment, it appears the only adjustment is the toe in, is this correct? I am from the old school, mid sixties US cars through mid seventies with some imports. I see no way to shim the upper control arms for camber, or any eccentric bolt. As far as caster goes, again I see no adjustment. I am taking her in for the alignment on Wednesday.

Thank you for this forum and all members support.