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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 02:17 PM
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I have a 96 coupe with the base suspension, but with OEM true ZR1 wheels. I am due for an alignment soon. My question: are the alignment specs different for ZR-1s? I would like the shop to use factory specs for the alignment, but should they use 1995 ZR-1 specs, or 1996 base specs??

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Originally Posted by dayle97se
I have a 96 coupe with the base suspension, but with OEM true ZR1 wheels. I am due for an alignment soon. My question: are the alignment specs different for ZR-1s? I would like the shop to use factory specs for the alignment, but should they use 1995 ZR-1 specs, or 1996 base specs??

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I would set it up with the base alignment and drive the car for a while...judging its overall feel. I it seems off or does not track then check for worn bushings or ball joints before you change it to ZR-1 specs.

Correct me if I'm wrong but I think ZR-!'s have a wider rear track...which will set up differently.
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Originally Posted by dayle97se
I have a 96 coupe with the base suspension, but with OEM true ZR1 wheels. I am due for an alignment soon. My question: are the alignment specs different for ZR-1s? I would like the shop to use factory specs for the alignment, but should they use 1995 ZR-1 specs, or 1996 base specs??

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There's no specific alignment specifications that are determined by wheels, the body or the suspension components.

You've got 11" @36 for rears?

I'd be concerned maybe about the "alignment" of the MIND - I don't get the 11" @36 on a base C4

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