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GiantRider 01-09-2018 08:22 AM

Rear sway bar drop link question
 
I replaced the bushing on the rear drop link that attaches to the ball joint on my '76 911 because it deteriorated and became unattached. I was hoping a fellow pelicaner would have a suggestion on how to reattach the drop link to the ball joint since I can't get them to match up when sitting on the ground.

Thanks

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DRACO A5OG 01-09-2018 09:14 AM

I usually attach the control arm side first then swing up the sway and bolt it on.

Is it me or is the drop link twisted up?

911pcars 01-09-2018 09:34 AM

Per Jim’s suggestion, it’s easier to attach the ball end first. A C-clamp or equivalent might make the install easier.

Try loosening the sway bar from the chassis mounts to provide more wiggle room to slide the lower drop link arm onto the sway bar.

If you discover the sway bar is under excessive preload when normally installed, the LR and RR ride heights may be off. The front corner ride heights are also additional factors.

Sherwood

GiantRider 01-09-2018 10:22 AM

Thanks Sherwood, I will try that.

Is there a specific ride height that I should be aware of?

911pcars 01-09-2018 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GiantRider (Post 9878732)
Thanks Sherwood, I will try that.

Is there a specific ride height that I should be aware of?

I should direct you to the archives. There are many years of threads related to ride height adjustments, corner balancing and related. Start with the relatively basic threads on "tripod measurement". It's the beginning of the slippery slope of Porsche awareness. Be prepared.

Sherwood


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