She's getting better but....

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  1. dajain

    dajain Light Load Member

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    This should be a quick one for anyone who has the information.
    1999 Freightliner FLD120
    Noticed it when I bought the truck but didn't have time to fix, a bent tie rod.

    Going to get the parts in to fix it but what is the alignment measurement for the truck?
    I'm guessing 1/16th of an inch, toe in but would like to get it right.

    Anyone have that info to share?
     
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  3. Big Road Skateboard

    Big Road Skateboard Road Train Member

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    1/16" is where i set toe. That doesn't mean it's aligned though.
     
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  4. dajain

    dajain Light Load Member

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    I just figured that since I am only asking for the toe in measurement for replacing the tie rod, it would be obvious that it's not getting a full alignment but thank you for clearing that up.
    Wouldn't want any confusion to settle in on this easy question.
     
  5. Big Road Skateboard

    Big Road Skateboard Road Train Member

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    Lol. You guys. So simple that you stated
    ?

    One would assume you did not know the difference between alignment and toe in.
     
  6. dajain

    dajain Light Load Member

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    There's the key word.... assume
    I asked for the alignment specs for what the measurement should be for replacing the tie rod.
    I assumed that was an easy enough question to not be critiqued, but there go.
    I assumed wrong
     
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    never assume what the people here will think. :rolleyes: :D
     
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  8. dajain

    dajain Light Load Member

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    Right?
    I guess I should have been more specific by stating that I know replacing the tie rod only effects the toe in measurement and the factory specs I am asking for is only for the tow in and that I know this is not a full alignment as I am only replacing the tie rod.

    I guess I shouldn't assume a simple definition and answer should be so simple. haha
     
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  9. dajain

    dajain Light Load Member

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    So, What are the factory specs for the toe in measurement on a 1999 FLD120?

    Can I assume this is a simple enough question that is worded to everyone's liking?

    o_O:)o_O
     
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