Hi all,
Anyone else encounter an issue where the alignment tabs on the frame are worn out and can't really be used anymore to align the vehicle? Apparently one solution is to weld on new ones. Problem is, I don't think the tabs are sold separately, so I'd need to fabricate some. Anyone done this? Anyone have any good specs on these tabs? I don't even know what they look like!

Hoping to glean some knowledge off this board.

Thanks,
Houm

 

What year, what model ? Might want to check another vehicle so you know at least what they look like. Where are they that they 'wear out' , must be on the bottom and get worn off, how?

 

 

 

Is there access to the back side of the tabs to allow them to be punched out?

I think welding on a Woodruff Key is what is being suggested to me; I just didn't know it until I got a look at it.

...of course it's Abran for the win! Thanks man!

 

 

My preference would be to just remove the bolt, grind down the existing excess metal, and weld a Woodruff Key on either side of the hole. Reason why: this is what the Service Department has recommended "on the sly" and it sounds like they have done this before....they just aren't allowed to officially recommend it. If the punch-out method were easier/better, they'd suggest that, I'd think. Or maybe you're just ahead of them, Abran!

 

Im a little worried about the proper way to weld the frame. I have heard of frying ECUs. But there must be a safe way to do it.

 

Oh geez!!! Now you've got me worried!

I'd think mostly you have to disconnect the battery and ground the welder somewhere close to where the welding is taking place, via grounding clamp.