Front end alignment
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Melting Slicks
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From: Redruth Cornwall
Front end alignment
Just wondered what the correct sequence was to align the front end?
My tires are scrubbing very badly and I have 2 new ones arriving any day as well as the alignment shims.
Just want to be sure about what to adjust first....
My tires are scrubbing very badly and I have 2 new ones arriving any day as well as the alignment shims.
Just want to be sure about what to adjust first....
Melting Slicks
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Caster > Camber > Toe.
Also if the front end is worn you will still have tire problems. Post a picture of your tires.
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Melting Slicks
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Looks like PO replaced all bushings up front but didnt align ( at least thats what Im hoping for )
Tires have great tread on outside but have worn big time on inner edges.
Am awaiting on the shims and have ordered an alignment tool kit from a well know auction site.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Trackace-L...p2054897.l5672
Melting Slicks
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Will post pic tomorrow.
Looks like PO replaced all bushings up front but didnt align ( at least thats what Im hoping for )
Tires have great tread on outside but have worn big time on inner edges.
Am awaiting on the shims and have ordered an alignment tool kit from a well know auction site.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Trackace-L...p2054897.l5672
Looks like PO replaced all bushings up front but didnt align ( at least thats what Im hoping for )
Tires have great tread on outside but have worn big time on inner edges.
Am awaiting on the shims and have ordered an alignment tool kit from a well know auction site.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Trackace-L...p2054897.l5672
1. equal tire pressure in all tires.
2. level the car at all 4 corners ( I dont think your tool will work for caster / camber without being level)
if you need to level the car, I found this helpful
I use a digital caster / camber gauge that I can zero as a reference.
I would also place some skid plates under all tires when you do your measurements. This simulates how the tires react when in motion.
I use these
http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/fl...l#.U4Jf4YX4C9I
with grease between.
Here are some things you will also find. Once you have the alignment set and drive the car, re measure the alignment. You will find it hard to get the same measurements each time. Just try to balance out the measurements to be equal on each side within the same range.
enjoy, its fun to learn to diy your alignment. Once you feel the car drives nice you can always take your car to a alignment shop and have them ONLY MEASURE to see how well it worked.
My dealership only charges $32 for measurements only, some shops provide a free alignment check in hopes to up sell you repairs.
