What causes this......alignment ?
19 August 2002, 10:16 AM
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There is either somthing very bent or you have serious alignment issues! My advice is a trip to TSL for the full geometry setup. While your at it, treat y'self to some Eibachs.
19 August 2002, 10:22 AM
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could be a couple of things mate,firstly suspension component worn,incorrect camber setting to much neg which you can now buy adj top mounts,or just a simple case of toe adj wrong(alignment,tracking )
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19 August 2002, 01:41 PM
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This will happen when you have relatively aggressive camber settings and drive straight most of the time: the inside will get used. Pretty straight forward when you think about it. 
19 August 2002, 02:29 PM
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Jason - great call m8
Just called them - they can do camber adjustments :
Prices as follows :
£45 check & adjust front alignment/tracking
£15 rear tracking
£15 rear camber
£15 front camber
Thanks again
Ro.
Just called them - they can do camber adjustments :
Prices as follows :
£45 check & adjust front alignment/tracking
£15 rear tracking
£15 rear camber
£15 front camber
Thanks again
Ro.
19 August 2002, 02:42 PM
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I might not need tracking /alignment done actually.
It was done about 10 months ago.
But recently I changed to 18" wheels - so would you need to do it again or not ?
Ro.
It was done about 10 months ago.
But recently I changed to 18" wheels - so would you need to do it again or not ?
Ro.
19 August 2002, 03:18 PM
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If it has been done 10 months ago, you definitely need to get it checked!
I agree that price for alignment and camber is absolutely HORRIBLE! I'd say that should cost like £30-40. And they have to do it for free if you buy new tyres from them, because their competitor said they would do it for free
I agree that price for alignment and camber is absolutely HORRIBLE! I'd say that should cost like £30-40. And they have to do it for free if you buy new tyres from them, because their competitor said they would do it for free
19 August 2002, 03:21 PM
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Yes you need to check alignment and camber when you change tyres or wheels or both, and also in between.
Think about it this way: when your tyre uses up, the car gets lower, and the camber changes. Often times, you get different wear on the left and right side (check your other tyre, probably less or more used than the one you posted the picture of) which will **** up the aligment (car pulling to left or right under braking).
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Think about it this way: when your tyre uses up, the car gets lower, and the camber changes. Often times, you get different wear on the left and right side (check your other tyre, probably less or more used than the one you posted the picture of) which will **** up the aligment (car pulling to left or right under braking).
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19 August 2002, 03:27 PM
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Try Micheldever Tyres
There is too much negative camber on the fronts. They can sort this out for about £45. You need to book it in for this and they will want you there at 8am in the morning!
There is too much negative camber on the fronts. They can sort this out for about £45. You need to book it in for this and they will want you there at 8am in the morning!
19 August 2002, 04:28 PM
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Ro, Call ATS in Aldershot. They do laser alignment as well and are cheaper aparently. I have not confirmed this but I have been told by a mate. I am thinking of getting mine checked over so I would appreciate it if you could mail me or post here when you have been quoted.
Speak to you soon.
Jason.
Speak to you soon.
Jason.
