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Old 01-29-2016, 07:04 AM   #1
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here my update on my wheel shimmy problems. I had bad wheel shimmy when going over bumps. ive replaced the pitman arm , sector shaft, sector bushings, and both steering arms. all the balls were bad. it drives great now no wandering and no shimmy. thanks for all the advice . I was able to do this myself. john
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Old 01-29-2016, 05:30 PM   #2
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Congratulations. I am happy for you and thanks for the update.
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Old 01-29-2016, 06:34 PM   #3
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It's great to have your problem solved and even a greater feeling when you can accomplish it yourself. Congrats!
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Old 01-29-2016, 07:46 PM   #4
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Sounds good don't forget to recheck the toe in
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Old 01-29-2016, 07:48 PM   #5
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Have a quick and accurate way?

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Old 01-29-2016, 07:57 PM   #6
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Old 01-29-2016, 08:08 PM   #7
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Maintenance matters.
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Old 01-29-2016, 09:07 PM   #8
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Yes and free for any model A's....
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Old 01-29-2016, 09:29 PM   #9
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Hey Mitch:
I'm in the middle of installing new pitman, rebuilding tie rods/drag link using teflon, and some work on the steering box.
I'd like to schedule an appointment for an alignment...how soon can you get here? I have a 1956 Coke machine in the garage filled with beer. (10 cents)

John's Service, in town, charges $70, but he can align a wagon if you can roll it in, he's been doing it for like 60 years.
He's the only one allowed to take a wrench to any of my classics.
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Hey Mitch:
I'm in the middle of installing new pitman, rebuilding tie rods/drag link using teflon, and some work on the steering box.
I'd like to schedule an appointment for an alignment...how soon can you get here? I have a 1956 Coke machine in the garage filled with beer. (10 cents)

John's Service, in town, charges $70, but he can align a wagon if you can roll it in, he's been doing it for like 60 years.
He's the only one allowed to take a wrench to any of my classics.
Keith do you have a wide selection?
We charge $110 and for other shops $50.00. This includes checking all four wheels and a toe set. Any caster camber kits or shim/eccentric adjustments Are extra averaging approx 60.00 plus parts as long as nothing is frozen
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Old 01-30-2016, 02:25 AM   #11
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Carl not yet but your more than welcome... The service includes a jet fuel coffee...

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Old 01-30-2016, 10:05 AM   #12
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here my update on my wheel shimmy problems. I had bad wheel shimmy when going over bumps. ive replaced the pitman arm , sector shaft, sector bushings, and both steering arms. all the balls were bad. it drives great now no wandering and no shimmy. thanks for all the advice . I was able to do this myself. john
Good going ford28. Bet you feel good about yourself that you 'Did It Yourself'.

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Great offer Mitch. According to Goggle Maps I can get there in 57 hours IF I average 53mph. How's the weather?
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Old 01-30-2016, 10:12 AM   #13
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You now also have peace of mind because you are much safer. Obviously previous owners were not maintenance minded because all those problems did not just happen. Wayne
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Old 01-30-2016, 10:23 AM   #14
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Great offer Mitch. According to Goggle Maps I can get there in 57 hours IF I average 53mph. How's the weather?
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Just perfect that last one wacked us the Koi are not very happy

You might want to wait till the spring the offer does not expire
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Oh, Wow!! They're telling us it "might" rain today...

Live from Redondo Beach Pier;

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Old 01-30-2016, 12:04 PM   #16
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Looks like it may rain. .. Very nice beach area on the south end
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