Sag Condition; Frame Straightening; Repair Jig Bench; Leveling - Jeep 1987 Wrangler Workshop Manual

WELDED COMPONENTS
BODY REPAIR INFORMATION
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SAG CONDITION
A vertical misalignment between both the front
rear section and the center of the vehicle is
referred to as a sag condition.If a sag is pre-
sent, the center section will be lower than the
misaligned front or rear section.
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FRAME STRAIGHTENING
A bent or twisted frame may be straightened
using a frame straightening machine, provided
the extent of the misalignment is not excessive.
Use of self-centering and trammel gauges or jig
bench is necessary to maintain accuracy.
CAUTION: When
use only a M.I.G.
the frame.
welding frame components,
welder to prevent damaging
REPAIR JIG BENCH (CELETTE MUF 7)
The Celette MUF 7 repair jig bench is available
with interchangeable crossmembers and
fixtures.
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The bench is equipped with casters for mobility.
Leveling
To ensure accuracy, a repair jig bench must be
leveled before repair operations are started.
A level is supplied with the jig bench for this
purpose.
Loosen the locknuts on the adjustment leg (C).
NOTE: The other three legs are used only in
conjunction with floor-mounted straightening/
pulling equipment. When involved in this type of
operation, lower the legs enough to remove the
weight from the casters prior to leveling the
bench.
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