Also , take measurements from the chassis or another symmetrical point like a suspension tower or similar , if you need to measure something upright on the outskirts of the car , ie. arch height comparisons , use a length of wood or steel or similar clamp it to the bottom of the chassis protruding out the side of the car through the wheel arch area , take a vertical measurement , then transfer to the same position on the other side and repeat ..with the front jacked up , wheels off , you should be able to find a position both sides to do that ..as long as your chassis is true and the wood is clamped or strapped at the same angle both sides ..ideally 90 degrees to the side of the chassis rail , which is easy to check ..the measurements should be reasonably accurate ...whatever angle your car is at , the chassis/body relationship will be constant.
Last edited by lancelot link; 18th May 2016 at 17:46..
|