Rebuilding a GM 10 bolt front axle.

[jim_in_dorris]

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Today I got all the tie rods installed, the steering damper, and the front diff filled. I also disassembled and cleaned the hub and I am ready to put the new bearings and seal in it and install it tomorrow. Then tomorrow afternoon, I'm off to get it aligned.

[jim_in_dorris]

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Tires on, ready to go get an alignment. FINALLY!!!!!

[jim_in_dorris]

Well, not quite.. It wouldn't start. I took the battery and had it tested, it was fine. I then looked closely at the negative terminal and it was really corroded, so I took a wire brush and cleaned it thoroughly. It started right up, but now my radiator is leaking a lot, so I guess that's next. I also took it for a quick test drive, and think I will use a tape measure and get the toe a little closer. SIGH

[EagleMark]

I hate when that happens!

Save the alingment money, take some time and get the front 1/16 to 1/8th in from rear of tire. Drive truck forward on concrete and park. Two guys, one on each side of truck, mark spots on center of tire rear/front using center line of tread and use a tape measure. Toe in is the only adjustment on these front ends and trucks.

[jim_in_dorris]

alignment is free, my son will do it at the dealership for me, but I will still try to get it close before I drive it to town.