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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 02:59 PM
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Ok so a few months ago my axle shaft snapped and threw me into a curb. No body damage was done and the axle shaft has been replaced. My concern is the front passenger tire. It points outwards and I cannot see anything that has been bent suspension wise. The tie rods are straight and the a-arm and knuckle look straight to the eye. The only alignment bolts that look like they moved was the passenger side k-member bolt. I'll try to get pictures of it tomorrow. The bolt doesn't adjust anything, but you can clearly see where the washer has moved. Does this mean my k-member is bent/twisted? If so, what needs to be done about it?

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I realize this should probably be in the suspension section. Could a moderator please move it?

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Will have pictures up today.
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Picture added to original post. Sorry for the doubt posts. Mods feel free to merge the posts.
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Have you got it on an alignment rack yet? Does it drive differently? If no and yes, take it to a shop and see what the readings are.

I can see that bolt has moved, but it's not the bolt that adjusts camber so I'm not sure what to tell you until you get the alignment specs.
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