1976 Alignment Specs

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  1. Olds77421

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    Does anyone happen to know what the alignment specs are for a 76 2WD pickup? I can't seem to find them online anywhere.
     
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    I'll check my book later today, there may be something in there
     
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    Thanks! I'd imagine if anyone had a FSM lying around it would be in there.
     
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    Ok so this is from my book for a 72 second gen, should be the same til 78 i assume. Follow this at your own discretion.

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    Go to any shop that does alignments. They should have the info in their data base. The books can differ depending on year.

    If you’re just looking for a rough idea, the book will work. If you need accuracy, get the info from a shop that does alignments.
     
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    Not all databases will go back that far, at least not for a toyota.
     
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    My local shop had my 1978 on file.

    The problem I ran into with using books was the FSM, Hayne’s and owners manual all gave different numbers.

    You may have to look around, but those numbers used by alignment shops are spot on.
     
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    Thanks all. Eventually, I'll take it to a shop, but for now, I want to get it close so I can drive it short distances without chewing up tires. That being said, the FSM should get me in the ballpark, so thanks for sending that.

    My other hesitation is that I've put a lot of time and money into restoring the car (powder coating and painting ll the suspension and steering components, etc.) and I don't want the shop to mess that all that up.
     

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