Adjust front camber
09-06-2005, 12:16 AM
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Adjust front camber
Is there a way to adjust front camber?
I have Civic '97, and have difference of ~0.5 degrees in camber between front left and front right wheel, and when toe is set to 0, car pulls to left.
Only thing that makes sence is difference in camber that makes it pull to left.
So, is there any way to adjust it?
I have Civic '97, and have difference of ~0.5 degrees in camber between front left and front right wheel, and when toe is set to 0, car pulls to left.
Only thing that makes sence is difference in camber that makes it pull to left.
So, is there any way to adjust it?
09-06-2005, 12:45 AM
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Re: Adjust front camber (Nick7)
its not your camber thats causing you to veer. 0.5 difference is nothing.
you cant adjust front camber without some kind of kit anyway. you can also adjust it by changing ride heights, but its not that important to equalize the two.
go back to the alignment shop and tell them its not straight.
you cant adjust front camber without some kind of kit anyway. you can also adjust it by changing ride heights, but its not that important to equalize the two.
go back to the alignment shop and tell them its not straight.
09-06-2005, 12:50 AM
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Re: Adjust front camber (Tyson)
Toe is at straight 0, caster within specs.
Only thing that looks 'suspicious' is camber (the difference in left/right wheel).
With old tires it pulled a bit to left, and I thought it was them. Now I have new tires, and still same problem (yes, they have correct pressure). it pulls to left at very small speeds aswell as at higher speeds.
So, only thing that seems like problem is camber.
Also, at alignment shop they said they cannot adjust camber. From most I've seen, most people say the same.. so I wonder if is there any way to adjust it, or is camber kit necessity?
Btw, my car is not lowered - stock height.
Only thing that looks 'suspicious' is camber (the difference in left/right wheel).
With old tires it pulled a bit to left, and I thought it was them. Now I have new tires, and still same problem (yes, they have correct pressure). it pulls to left at very small speeds aswell as at higher speeds.
So, only thing that seems like problem is camber.
Also, at alignment shop they said they cannot adjust camber. From most I've seen, most people say the same.. so I wonder if is there any way to adjust it, or is camber kit necessity?
Btw, my car is not lowered - stock height.
09-06-2005, 08:34 AM
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Re: Adjust front camber (Nick7)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Nick7 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Also, at alignment shop they said they cannot adjust camber. From most I've seen, most people say the same.. so I wonder if is there any way to adjust it, or is camber kit necessity?
Btw, my car is not lowered - stock height.</TD></TR></TABLE>
The only thing adjustable from the factory is the toe. You can buy a camber kit to adjust it, but if you're running stock, there is no reason for it. I would take it to another shop and have it checked out. Is there any thrust angle, was this a 4 wheel alignment?
Also, at alignment shop they said they cannot adjust camber. From most I've seen, most people say the same.. so I wonder if is there any way to adjust it, or is camber kit necessity?
Btw, my car is not lowered - stock height.</TD></TR></TABLE>
The only thing adjustable from the factory is the toe. You can buy a camber kit to adjust it, but if you're running stock, there is no reason for it. I would take it to another shop and have it checked out. Is there any thrust angle, was this a 4 wheel alignment?
09-07-2005, 05:58 AM
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Car wasnt in accidents.
I did however change parts of front suspension:
I changed since I needed bigger front bakres, so got that parts between upper/lower arms with brake calipers (sorry, dunno name in english for that part that connects between upper/lower arm - english not 1st languae), and biggers disc (came from '95 CRX). Originally this was 1.4 civic, and had smaller front discs, so I needed to change all that.
Since parts were used... there is no much help to get them replaced.
There was no freeplay at joints so it seemd to be in good condition.
So, is there a way to correct front camber, or do I need camber kit to fix it?
Also, how much do camber kits cost if that's needed?
I did however change parts of front suspension:
I changed since I needed bigger front bakres, so got that parts between upper/lower arms with brake calipers (sorry, dunno name in english for that part that connects between upper/lower arm - english not 1st languae), and biggers disc (came from '95 CRX). Originally this was 1.4 civic, and had smaller front discs, so I needed to change all that.
Since parts were used... there is no much help to get them replaced.
There was no freeplay at joints so it seemd to be in good condition.
So, is there a way to correct front camber, or do I need camber kit to fix it?
Also, how much do camber kits cost if that's needed?
09-07-2005, 06:03 AM
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i don't know if you're reading but i'll say it again..
0.5 degrees of negative or positive camber will not cause your car to pull sideways....
did you get a 4 wheel alignment or just the front wheels? check your tire pressure in all 4 tires... check your tires if you have directional, make sure they're on the right way.
0.5 degrees of negative or positive camber will not cause your car to pull sideways....
did you get a 4 wheel alignment or just the front wheels? check your tire pressure in all 4 tires... check your tires if you have directional, make sure they're on the right way.
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Re: (ohjolt2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ohjolt2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Your frame could be bent. But they should have been able to see that on the rack. Car ever been in any accidents?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Hondas have frame rails?!
Hondas have frame rails?!
09-07-2005, 11:15 PM
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Tire pressure is equal on front / rear tires.
I always make sure of that.
Front - 2.25bar, rear 2.15bar.
I also changed old tires with brand new, and still same problem.
I know 0.5 degree is not much, but I see no other possible explanation why is this happening.
Any ohter ides are more than welcome!
I always make sure of that.
Front - 2.25bar, rear 2.15bar.
I also changed old tires with brand new, and still same problem.
I know 0.5 degree is not much, but I see no other possible explanation why is this happening.
Any ohter ides are more than welcome!
09-07-2005, 11:18 PM
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well, a simple explanation is that you have a loose tie rod balljoint or something so that they cannot give you an accurate alignment.
.5 camber difference really isnt anything. really.
if youre not happy with the alignment, go back and tell them to do it again. it should be covered under some sort of warranty or guarantee of customer satisfaction.
.5 camber difference really isnt anything. really.
if youre not happy with the alignment, go back and tell them to do it again. it should be covered under some sort of warranty or guarantee of customer satisfaction.
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