Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
BUICK Special & Skylark (1964-72): Notes
Caster and camber adjustments are made by adding or removing shims between upper control arm inner shaft and brackets on frame.
CASTER & CAMBER ADJUSTING NOTE - Shim pack at any one location must not exceed.380" (1964-65);.750" (1966-72). After adjustment completed, torque upper arm mounting bolt nuts to 60-75 ft. lbs. (1964); 45-60 ft. lbs. (1965-67); 50 ft. lbs. (1968-72).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.