Measured blue line as Tom suggested. As best we could determine both sides are equal at 20.9cm,
from the bottom of that fin, to the closest flat edge of the tip of that pointy nipple nut thing.
I decided to go to another shop to have it evaluated today.
Same place I got my Cooper tires a few months ago.
They don't do frame work, so no laser measurement.
Both manager and mechanic working on it have well-used, well-equipped, off-road heep wranglers, been wheeling many years.
- Couldn't find any evidence that frame piece moved in any direction.
- No cracks or defects in welds on red piece so don't think it could have moved at all.
- It's a cast piece, so it would crack more likely than "bend".
- Second mechanic came over, agreed with all.
PLAN:- Talked to Merlin, confirmed 96-97 Rodeo LCA is same.
- So, getting a '97 Rodeo LCA from salvage yard in Phoenix, already on the shelf, $35. (if it's acceptable to me)
- Ordered new front and rear bushings for that arm, and decided to get a new lower ball joint after he explained it's a wear item --- and while we're in the neighborhood.
- If the LCA is slightly off, they think they can align it out.
- If it's significantly off, it appears there's a few options, I'll decide then.
TBC :-)
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