Volks, My '72 bus (1776 upright) has developed a lean in the the rear right side. The whole bus used to sit pretty level, ie no noticeable difference between front & back like some VWs. Now it is distinctly lower at the right rear corner. Local guru (Ross) said that if a torsion arm had broken it would be very noticeable and there would be no bounce in the suspension, which there is. All shock absorbers still seem to be OK (they passed the bounce test). I haven't noticed any difference in handling or ride. I haven't been carrying heavy weights or travelling on rough roads, just my usual commute to town each day (12 miles return). Ross is going to have a look next week when he installs my new Gene Berg rocker shafts but I thought someone in listland might be able to give me some clues. Does anyone know what the problem might be? Thanks
Ian Hallett Orange NSW Australia 2800 email: halleti@agric.nsw.gov.au '72 bus with a lean
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