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Old 17 March 2009, 02:24 PM
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Just had my cars wheel alignment done and although the steering feels better the car feels kinda loose, not like you could trust it riding hard.

Does anyone know where i can get some geometry figures for a 95 WRX Sti V2?
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For my 93wrx i've always used the settings that are on the system where i take my car.

https://www.scoobynet.com/suspension...ing-specs.html

https://www.scoobynet.com/suspension...-settings.html
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Cheers mate, i did read those posts before i started this thread. I just cant see those settings been right at all. Would there be a difference from WRX settings to STi?
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no idea sorry.

There is Mocom Racing in Epping the guy there seems to have a good rep at setting up suspension (appointment only though).
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what size wheels and what make tyres are you running mate?
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Originally Posted by WRX_Dazza
what size wheels and what make tyres are you running mate?
7x17 inch with a 215 x 40 x 17 Toyo T1S.
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seems weird that you feel it loose. is it a bit floaty or does it tramline in any way.

might be worth bombing it into a few roundabouts and see how it behaves!!! slowly at first of course!!!

hard to diagnose on here though, if in doubt, return the the alignment place and have a chat with them about it. - thats what i would do first !!

good luck
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T1S !!!

You need to experiment with your tyre pressures mate.

Have a try with 38 front 36 rear.

T1S's have very squidgy sidewalls and you need to compensate a little with pressures.
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To tell you the truth i think it might be more a toe in toe out issue, i cant understand why front and rear wheels have been set parallel. Its was way more planted before i took her for alignment.
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A tiny amount of toe in on the front should make it feel more secure, however parallel would be better for turn in. I believe they normally specify 1mm toe in to pre-load the wheel bearings etc.
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