Axle angle inquiry

[Matter]

Hey guys just putting my driveline together and noticed that with the engine and transmission in place the knuckles seem further back then the transmission. What I mean is the axles have some angle to them different then the lower links on the rear suspension. From the knuckle end they travel forward about 3/4” to the trans. I have Cusco engine and transmission mounts and vcp lower arms (centred in adjustment) and just wanted to know if this is a normal angle to have. I can’t for the life of me find a picture online with the camera angle I’m looking for. (Straight down from above the rear knuckle). Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.

[Bob_n_Cincy]

Hey guys just putting my driveline together and noticed that with the engine and transmission in place the knuckles seem further back then the transmission. What I mean is the axles have some angle to them different then the lower links on the rear suspension. From the knuckle end they travel forward about 3/4” to the trans. I have Cusco engine and transmission mounts and vcp lower arms (centred in adjustment) and just wanted to know if this is a normal angle to have. I can’t for the life of me find a picture online with the camera angle I’m looking for. (Straight down from above the rear knuckle). Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.

To set the length of the lower trailing arms, I just laid the next to the OEM bars and set them the same length.

If the axles a slightly angled, it doesn't hurt anything. After you get the body on, you might want to go back and adjust the lower control arm length to center the wheel to the body.
Here is a straight on shot of my rear right tire.
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[lance corsi]

I wouldn't use the bodywork to reference critical measurements. Square your wheelbase, then adjust bodywork for symmetry.

[Matter]

Thanks guys. Appreciate the prompt replies. I just thought it was odd the axle had a slightly different angle from the lower bars when looking down from the top.