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Scott C.
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Front Axle Alignment Tools
I am wanting to make a set of gage rods for checking the alignment of the front axle to the spindle and perch bores. I am thinking, make a set of cones to fit 1/2" ground rod into the perch bores. Then on the spindle bores 1/2" ground rod slipping through the top hole and machining a step, or taper to fit into the threaded hole on the bottom. How long should I make the gage rods? Does any one have any thoughts, or ideas on this? Does any one have pictures of a set that they can share.
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Re: Front Axle Alignment Tools
Need o search the old forums to see where I got these photos
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Re: Front Axle Alignment Tools
The inevitable often happens.
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Re: Front Axle Alignment Tools
I have used twin tapered collars with thumbscrews on 3/8 rods for many years. Very similar to the picture above.
You can tell immediately if the axle is twisted. Very easy and quick to turn out on your lathe.
Harry
You can tell immediately if the axle is twisted. Very easy and quick to turn out on your lathe.
Harry
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Re: Front Axle Alignment Tools
My rods are at least 18" long. The shorter you make them, the more difficult to ascertain differences in alignment.
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Re: Front Axle Alignment Tools
Great Work Guys!
The only thing I would add as my Dad showed me is that once in the vehicle things kinda change from minute differences. I jack mine slightly off the floor, remove the wheels and spindles. Long rod through the king pin holes either by wood dowels or steel rods to set the caster with those BIG MOTHER OF ALL WRENCH BARS! Really makes the difference.
Just trying to Help,
Hank
The only thing I would add as my Dad showed me is that once in the vehicle things kinda change from minute differences. I jack mine slightly off the floor, remove the wheels and spindles. Long rod through the king pin holes either by wood dowels or steel rods to set the caster with those BIG MOTHER OF ALL WRENCH BARS! Really makes the difference.
Just trying to Help,
Hank