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    Default Half shafts question

    I would like to replace the universal joints on both sides is there any way of doing this with out disturbing the rear wheel aligment?

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    Shouldn't have any problems with alignment. I replaced the u-joints and never had any problems.
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    You can R&R half-shafts without disturbing the rear camber or toe adjustments.
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    Just mark the camber on both sides with a marker, then realign when installing.

    Yep, it is that easy.

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    Quote Originally Posted by surfer93 View Post
    Just mark the camber on both sides with a marker, then realign when installing.

    Yep, it is that easy.
    Thanks all. So i must remove the lower control arm to move the hub away. so marking is surficient?
    Thany You

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