Re: IML: Front end suspension height '60 Imperial

["Rob van der Es" <R.vdes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

THanks a lot Joe for your very clear explanation!

I will have a look then just to be sure that no bushings are detoriated or 
missing!

Ofcourse I will keep the list updated about the progress!

Thanks again to everyone that responded so far!

Robert
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Joe Strickland" <jwstrick426@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "Imperial Mail List" <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2007 4:15 PM
Subject: IML: Front end suspension height '60 Imperial


> I forgot to mention that the measurements shown in the factory service 
> manual refer to the difference between the measurement from the bottom of 
> the lower ball joint flat surface and the bottom of one of the lower front 
> control arm bushings.  It is not necessary to have the special tools shown 
> in the service manual.  Just subtract the smaller measurement from the 
> larger measurement.
>
> Before beginning the measurements, check tire pressure and have all tires 
> at the same pressure.  Check the front spindle/bearings for correct play 
> (make sure there is no excessive looseness of the bearings. Examine the 
> rubber bushings of the upper and lower control arms to make sure they have 
> not deteriorated and caused suspension parts to settle lower than they 
> should.  Missing rubber busing pieces can cause the control arms to get in 
> a bind and not settle to correct ride height. It will also put a severe 
> strain on the steering elements when turning corners.
>
> It may help to use a small bubble level with shims underneath one end 
> aligned underneath the ball joint and the lower control arm bushing to 
> make sure height measurements are being measured from a level surface. The 
> tapered wooden shims available at lumber yards (used when installing new 
> door frame assemblies in houses) are good choices because it is easy to 
> make minor height adjustments by sliding them against one another. Once 
> the level is perfectly level, make the measurements from the top side of 
> the level.
>
> Joe S.
>
>
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