how do i lower my ball joint type three front end? beam is out

ladybeetle Learner Dubber

6 posts · joined Aug 2003 · 26 Jun 2004, 6:30 pm

#193111

hi guys,
i have just taken the front beam out of a wreck to replace all the worn out shit in the front of my square and i thought it might be a good opportunity to lower it an inch or so while its out! how do i do it? i have heard that it isnt too hard and i play mechanic quite a bit so i am keen to give it a go!! if any one has done this before, can they please talk me through it as she goes in to the shop on wednesday to get the swap!
thanks in advance for all help!!
cheers josh and amy

dak dak dak

lugnuts Custom Title Time!

1,070 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 26 Jun 2004, 7:23 pm

#193144

You need weld in adjusters,a welder,angle grinder and it wont be ready by wednesday 😀

ladybeetle Learner Dubber

6 posts · joined Aug 2003 · 27 Jun 2004, 7:36 am

#193321

i thought that type threes were the only ones that you could lower without adjusters. by turning the beam? or is this an unprefered option for undue load on other parts of the front steering geometry and suspension? she doesnt have to be lowered , i just thought if it was easy while i had it out, then i would give it a go.
any other opinions?
btw thanks for your reply lugnuts. everyday extends my learning curve!
cheers
amy and josh

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PurpleT3 Fahrvergnugen

880 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 27 Jun 2004, 12:04 pm

#193360

You're right lady, as far as I know type threes can be lowered significantly without welding or grinding anything. If you go too far you may have problems with rubbing or lack of suspension travel depending on the size of tyres you have fitted. try this link.
http://www.volksrods.com/id44.htm
Remember, you will need a full wheel alignment when you're finished.

Ain't nothin' like the wind in your hair.

ladybeetle Learner Dubber

6 posts · joined Aug 2003 · 28 Jun 2004, 6:48 pm

#194140

thanks a bunch, very nice indeed!!
wont have time to do it before wednesday as i am working way too much but the good thing is i know how to do it for later!!
thanks heaps!
josh and amy

dak dak dak

ladybeetle Learner Dubber

6 posts · joined Aug 2003 · 30 Jun 2004, 6:17 pm

#195813

thanks dude,
btw, you havent got a freaky brother with dreads to his arse driving a 63 bus with one of the worst paint jobs ever to grace a split have ya?
great bloke is our gazza!!!!post modern major hippy!
cheers josh

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Stanley I guess the reward is in the doing of it

4,523 posts · joined Mar 2003 · 30 Jun 2004, 7:17 pm

#195846

Go to the type 3 forum of the Samba and they go into great detail on how to do it. Just do a search and all the info is there.