Source for shims?

[RustyJeep]

I need a source for shims for my axles...

[River Beast]

I take it you are referring to spindle shims to correct steering or shims for carriers in the diffs... which is it?

[64Trvlr]

Which shims for which axles?
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[RustyJeep]

I am talking about shims to go between axle spring perches and springs. Tell me about these spindle shims, though. How do they correct steering?

[64Trvlr]

Any four wheel drive shop should have them. I get mine at Six States.
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[Jeep Jeep]

I would try your local alignment shop. They should have them at a reasonable price.

[River Beast]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by RustyJeep:
I am talking about shims to go between axle spring perches and springs. Tell me about these spindle shims, though. How do they correct steering?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Spindle shims (Cosmo Shims)are used to correct steering problems of up to 1.5 degrees. The are placed between the knuckle and the spindle of the front axle and vary in thicknesses depending on the degree of correction needed. They are pie-shaped...thick on one side and tapered thin to the other...
http://www.specprod.com/PROD_DIR/prod_dynamic/prod_photos/56800.jpg

Degreed Upper balljoint adjustment sleeves can be used to adjust camber on live axle vehicles like our FSJ's up to 1.5 degrees as well...FYI
http://www.specprod.com/PROD_DIR/prod_dynamic/prod_photos/23000.jpg

Here is a good illustration:
http://www.specprod.com/PROD_DIR/prod_dynamic/prod_illustra/23000ill.jpg

A little off topic ....but you asked. The axle shims you want can be picked up at any 4x4 shop for under $20...DON'T GET ALUMINUM!!!! They will crack and fall out.... I KNOW...trust me!!!!

[ August 27, 2001: Message edited by: River Beast ]