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Suspension How does one fix too much camber/castor ?

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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 07:28 AM
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How does one fix too much camber/castor ?

Im thinking a good alignment will do it. OR do i need to install adjustable end-links and or control arms ? Should i do that in addition to the alignment or is this optional ? Eventually im thinking of doing the rear swaybar and if need be, i can do both at the same time.

My rear wheels seem to be "tilted" and i would like to straighten them out to match the fronts, especially since i just installed new wheels and tires last week, i dont want the tire wear to be off.
Any help appreciated !!!

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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 07:30 AM
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Get an alignment. If you want to go beyond the stock allowable settings, then you need camber plates up front and lower control arms in the rear.

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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 10:58 AM
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The rear wheels have much more camber stock than the fronts. The "tilt" is normal. You shouldn't see any additional wear because of it.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 02:12 AM
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^ Really ? It just bothers my eyes i guess, especially standing behind the car. Thanks for th info guys !

Hey mbcoops, whereabouts in NJ are you ? I just moved down here to the Union area. I guess theres more than one Dinan S1 around here! lol
 
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 05:51 AM
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If your car is lowered, it will increase the negative camber in the rear. Early cars have no adjustment for camber in the rear. Later cars have a little. If you're lowered an inch or more, you'll probably need a set of adjustable rear control arms to remove some of the negative camber in the rear.
 
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