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2014/08/26 13:41:42 (permalink)
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Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20

Does anyone have recommended wheel alignment specs for a stock 97 Bathurst MR2?
I'm concerned that the local guys might just use some generic values, so i'm hoping someone here might have the correct info before i take the car in.
 
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 16:52:54 (permalink)
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    Take a look at this thread Rick.  
     
    http://www.imoc.co.uk/for...t=25719&highlight=
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 17:20:20 (permalink)
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    Thanks mister2
     
    I had looked at that, but i was hoping for some local feedback from people who'd had an alignment done recently.
     
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 19:14:59 (permalink)
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    Hi Rick,
    I have had two wheel alignments done when I have had tyres fitted to my '96 SW20.
    The first time the tyre shop looked at their alignment machine & advised that it had the values required in the Data Base of the machine.
    They provided me with a printout report, which I reckon showed the required values, as well as actual before & after
    I'll hunt it out when I get home & will scan & send a copy.
    Second, most recent tyre shop gave me nothing but a bill, & when I asked, said they don't give a report.
    Probably won't use them again.
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 22:53:24 (permalink)
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    Front: 0mm-2mm toe out
    Rear: 0-2mm toe in
     
    Make sure the caster is equal for both sides with the more the merrier on the front and zero on the rear.
     
    Standard ride height is a good place to stay as you will not effect the roll centres.
     
    I found more camber on the rear than the front would cause the car to 'push/understeer' on initial entry to a corner. 
     
    Make sure the tyre pressures are perfect before the wheel alignment. Its pretty important for getting the right reading.
     
    If the car is too lively in the rear, disconnect the rear swaybar. This will settle it right down. If there is way too much understeer, disconnect the front bar instead of the rear.
     
     
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 23:09:09 (permalink)
    +2 (2)
    since this is for a "stock" car that front setup is awesome for turn in, but is too darty and high wearing for a stock road car Steve.
     
    I would be more inclined to run toe in on the front for a road car as per factory along with the rear toe in as you mentioned. 
     
    Do not go stupid with the cambers front and rear (1.5 front, 1.0 rear) and your castor is not adjustable in a late model such as yours (all cars have castor differences side to side slightly to aid in driving straight down the road due to the camber built into roads for drainage)
     
    The rear should not be touched in regards to the trailing arms also, leave it stock.
     
    So in summary what works great on a stock car is:-
     
    Front:- 1.5 neg camber, 1-2mm toe in
    Rear:- 1.0 neg camber, 1-1.5mm toe in 
     
     
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 23:11:40 (permalink)
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    Hi Rick,
    This is the first time I have attached a file.
    I hope it can be read o.k.
    If necessary PM with your E-Mail address & I will pdf & send a copy.
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 23:26:24 (permalink)
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    kameleon
    since this is for a "stock" car that front setup is awesome for turn in, but is too darty and high wearing for a stock road car Steve.
     
    I would be more inclined to run toe in on the front for a road car as per factory along with the rear toe in as you mentioned. 
     
    Do not go stupid with the cambers front and rear (1.5 front, 1.0 rear) and your castor is not adjustable in a late model such as yours (all cars have castor differences side to side slightly to aid in driving straight down the road due to the camber built into roads for drainage)
     
    The rear should not be touched in regards to the trailing arms also, leave it stock.
     
    So in summary what works great on a stock car is:-
     
    Front:- 1.5 neg camber, 1-2mm toe in
    Rear:- 1.0 neg camber, 1-1.5mm toe in 
     
     




    Point taken, I really have no idea on day to day driving of these cars! Just trying to help out.
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/26 23:57:33 (permalink)
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    I think alot of us are in that boat Steve haha
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 08:53:00 (permalink)
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    Thanks everyone.
    This is the sort of feedback i was hoping for.
    Between you all i was sure I'd end up with great info :-)
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 09:00:43 (permalink)
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    kameleon
    I think alot of us are in that boat Steve haha

    Ah yes, you also own an ornament!
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 13:01:13 (permalink)
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    Well there is another ornament you dont know about Steve so even worse than you.
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 15:13:09 (permalink)
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    when mine is driveable ill get to this problem myself i have in my possesion a full computerised wheel alignment machine but its in storage with most every other tool i have till my workshop/garage goes up
    and my hoist is bolted down
     

    Rod Baker 1992 N/A MR2 maual
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 15:32:33 (permalink)
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    rod baker
    when mine is driveable ill get to this problem myself i have in my possesion a full computerised wheel alignment machine but its in storage with most every other tool i have till my workshop/garage goes up
    and my hoist is bolted down
     



    You need to sell the N/A Toyota and buy a Turbo Nissan so you can put that workshop to regular use fixing it.
     
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    Re: Wheel Alignment Specs for stock SW20 2014/08/27 15:50:25 (permalink)
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    Whilst we are on the subject of alignments, what are the experts opinion on devices to measure camber at home?
     
    As the aw11 has adjustable camber from factory plus the adjustable strut tops my car has, I want to be able to fiddle around at home and measure my own camber without having to take the car to a wheel alignment shop (and pay them) I've been contemplating buying the device below. About $180 and seems to have good reviews.
     
    http://www.tenhulzenautomotive.com/store/p8/Hand-Held_Camber_Gauge.html
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=718tXpbPbyU
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