Measuring pinion angle

[dodj]

Getting ready to cut off the old spring perches and move them inboard. My car is up on stands at the moment. Do I need to set the front end down on it's wheels to get an accurate degree reading off the yoke?

Also thinking about leaving one side assembled while grinding the old perch off the other side, mounting the Dr Diff offset kit, snugging the u-bolts down a bit, then welding the new perch in it's new position. Then repeat on the other side. Maintaining the original pinion angle - I'm thinking? Maybe not? Good way to do it? Stupid way to do it?

[Chryco Psycho]

if you put axle stands under the diff & front suspension so the car is loaded the same as if it is sitting on the ground you can measure it that way . You could weld one side as you suggest to make sure the angle is corrct before cutting the other side .

[mr_340]

check out this article for ideas on positioning the new pads.

http://www.moparmusclemagazine.com/techarticles/suspension/mopp_0212_swapping_rear_axles_and_spring_pads/index.html

[dodj]

Thanks for posting the link mr340.