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Oct 27, 2007 | 04:57 PM

sailing220

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From: Minnesota

LCA Install Help

When I did the right side, I had no problems. Now I'm doing the left side.

I put one end of the LCA in, and it seems that it is too "short" for the other side to reach. How do I get it in there?

Oct 27, 2007 | 05:13 PM

DarkFireGT

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From: East Moline, IL

RE: LCA Install Help

If you're supporting the car on the frame rails, jack the axle up and bit and you'll be able to move it into position.

Oct 27, 2007 | 05:17 PM

sailing220

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RE: LCA Install Help

It is on the frame rails. I tried what you suggested, but it still felt like it wouldnt budge? Will it only work if it is on both rails and not just one? I tried that as well...

Oct 27, 2007 | 06:12 PM

Boss919

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From: Michigan

RE: LCA Install Help

With jack stands on the frame rails and the rearend sort of hanging I used a ratchet strap and pulled it to line the bolt holes up.

Oct 27, 2007 | 06:26 PM

moosestang

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From: Gainesville, FL

RE: LCA Install Help

If these are adjustable control arms then just lengthen it.If not then you should be able to lineit up by placing a floor jack under the center of the axle and jacking it up.