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Date:         Sat, 19 Apr 2008 23:32:18 -0400
Reply-To:     Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: front suspension problem
Comments: To: Dan Barrett <dbx@POBOX.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <480AB239.3070602@pobox.com>
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Dan Barrett wrote:
> Volks,
>   When the passenger's side front wheel of my bus is jacked up, I am
> able to grasp the wheel and shake it vertically


When you are moving the wheel vertically, observe the various joints in
the suspension system like the upper and lower ball joints and the upper
A frame.  You should be able to see what has some play.  Knowing where
the problem is puts you well ahead in the game.


Vanagon suspension systems aren't so weird that a competent front end
mechanic can't do a good job.  If in doubt, read your Bentley so you're
knowledgeable enough to discuss the procedure with him/her.


Mike
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