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Thread: Caster issues on my MKV

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    MY09 GTI 6MT
    05-17-2012 11:43 AM #1
    I can't get my caster to correct on my left side.

    I've had a lot of different suspensions on the car and sheared two subframe bolts off along the way up front. Never been in a serious wreck and there isn't any frame damage.

    I'm currently on Koni Coilovers and I'm just trying to get my car to align right. It's also pulling to the right a tiny bit.

    Any suggestions about what I can do to correct this?


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    2008 Passat 2.0, 2012 Golf TDi
    05-17-2012 02:15 PM #2
    There are so many elements involved but begin with the most simple.

    Sounds funny, but are the tires the same size, do they have the same wear patterns and have the same air pressure? Very first part of aligning.

    Then from under the car, pick major points - ball joints, rear control arm bolts or rear sub frame bolts and measure these across the car...make sure both are the same length.

    Check strut towers and front sub-frame

    Check that ride height is equal left to right

    Check control arm bushings and ball joints

    Make sure the sway bar/endlink isn't bent on one side

    Are both springs in good shape?

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