Jamalc

I took my 88 Vert to get aligned yesterday. The mechanics were able to align my nose, but said that my back was so incredibly rusty that they couldn't do anything about it. They said they couldn't use a torch because of the proximity of the fuel tank. What do you guys think about this? Is there anyway to repair the rust or am I just *** out of luck?

rxtasy3

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since we can't see what ur dealing with, no one will have a definite answer. have u actually looked at it? that mechanic talking bout using a torch just means he's probably referring to not being able to get rusty nuts or bolts loose to make adjustments.

southsidecox

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yeah,prob. that,you may want to cut them with a cutoff wheel or sawzall,whatever will get at them,replace all of them,prob. all the bushings too,theyll be cracked/dryrotted,then take it to get aligned

Aaron Cake

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Must be talking about the rear trailing arm subframe bolts. These are a real pain and probably seized in place. The subframe will likely need to be dropped to allow removal and replacement of the bolts. The trailing arm bushings are likely done anyway...

Jamalc

I can get those bolts from any Napa or autozone, right? Nothing special?

rxtasy3

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probably metric but probably nothing special unless they have an offset in some way for caster/camber adjustment. no fc experience here.

Aaron Cake

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The alignment bolts have an eccentric on them, so you'll need to order those from Mazda. All the other bolts are pretty standard, available at any fastener store.