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Mark rear strut area so you dont need an alignment after replacing? by 2.5
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Last post by: Lou6t4gto on 02-28-2015 06:02 PM
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I have heard some people mark the rear spindles and claim they dont need an alignment after replacing rear struts. Can this be done with an 86 Fiero? I wouldn't think so since the new struts may not be identical to the old ones?
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Hard enough with your old struts, new ones, Don't think so.
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I drilled a 3/16 hole for alignment in my old strut when I moved it which has nothing to do with what you asked. . A new strut isn't too hard to get pretty close by using one of those magnetic levels that magnetically stick to the rotor. It's just a matter of duplicating the setting when you adjust the new strut. Clear as mud!

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Making or using standard level can get close enough to drive.
Just use a digital level or plumb bob before then after is better. Both are more accurate.
https://www.fiero.nl/forum/F.../HTML/000031.html#p4
web search for diy alignment camber

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drilling the 1/8" hole is a good idea, I've always done that for other panels. to re align you just put in a 1/8" rivet and tighten the bolts.
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