Bent right suspension???
#12
I think its more the bolt being bent than something being out of alignment
The sway bar floats where it is mounted to the frame
It would be possible that it is shifted to one side or the other because the link kit is bent
I would replace the link kit on both sides and after a little bit of driving it will center itself again
The sway bar does nothing to your wheel alignment, it only trys to make the opposite wheel react the same way when you go over bumps or uneven terrain
BTW I have seen tow truck drivers hook on to areas and do damage just like that
The sway bar floats where it is mounted to the frame
It would be possible that it is shifted to one side or the other because the link kit is bent
I would replace the link kit on both sides and after a little bit of driving it will center itself again
The sway bar does nothing to your wheel alignment, it only trys to make the opposite wheel react the same way when you go over bumps or uneven terrain
BTW I have seen tow truck drivers hook on to areas and do damage just like that
#13
The sway bar itself does not affect alignment however, it is under tension when you connect the sway bar end links & bushings to it. The tension increases chassis ride height slightly. When chassis ride height changes, so does camber and toe. As mentioned, after you replace the links, it would be a good idea to have an alignment shop and/or frame shop take a look at it to make sure there is no structural damage. Have them check "front chassis ride height" before the alignment, and "set back" after the alignment.
#15
Could be an alignment issue, worn or bent parts, frame damage, and/or body misalignment. The sway bar end link needs to be replaced, but it will not affect where the wheels are positioned, you'll need an alignment shop or frame shop to check it out.
EDIT: Must have been a rookie working on it. The driver side link is missing the spacer, (you can see the spacer on the right side) you'll need both new links. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...+bar+end+links When you install them, put the bolt head on top and the excess threads pointing downward. It allows more clearance for the tie rod when turning.
EDIT: Must have been a rookie working on it. The driver side link is missing the spacer, (you can see the spacer on the right side) you'll need both new links. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...+bar+end+links When you install them, put the bolt head on top and the excess threads pointing downward. It allows more clearance for the tie rod when turning.
Last edited by Captain Hook; 04-13-2013 at 09:30 AM.
#17
here is a link to what it should look like https://blazerforum.com/forum/2nd-ge...71/#post578310
I like to turn the bolt the threads up , only because I had a really low Toyota and the threaded end would hook the track in the car wash
Last edited by rexazz2; 04-13-2013 at 01:17 PM.
#18
Toyota??? Yup, that's a problem I stick the threads down and cut off the excess. I'd rather not take the chance of it binding up the steering linkage. When the suspension compresses and the wheels are turned, could be a problem