Do I really need camber kits (sprints)

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03-24-2003, 07:20 AM

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Do I really need camber kits (sprints)

I have sprint springs with KYB AGX... which lowers me about 2 inches... I went to an alignment shop and told me I will need camber kits... he's charging me 190 for alignment and the camber kits... I really don't wanna dish out 190 for all that... I really just want the alignment... so i'm asking if I really need camber kits really bad or if it is suggested... thanx a lot!

03-24-2003, 07:47 AM

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Re: Do I really need camber kits (sprints)

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I have sprint springs with KYB AGX... which lowers me about 2 inches... I went to an alignment shop and told me I will need camber kits... he's charging me 190 for alignment and the camber kits... I really don't wanna dish out 190 for all that... I really just want the alignment... so i'm asking if I really need camber kits really bad or if it is suggested... thanx a lot!

You don't need one. I had sprints for a long time without, and it didn't cause any problems other than accelerating tire wear.

However, they are a good idea.

03-25-2003, 04:21 AM

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Re: Do I really need camber kits (sprints)

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I would definitely say get the camber bolts (tirerack has them for $25 plus shipping). Before I knew anything about camber, mine was -1.2 and -1.0. After 10,000 miles, i noticed inner tire wear. So, I think $25 bolts is a smart investment to protect tires that at least $500 for the set.

03-25-2003, 07:28 AM

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do I need 4... or only 2?

is $190 too much?

03-25-2003, 07:30 AM

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do I need 4... or only 2?

is $190 too much?

2

Camber is not adjustable on the rear wheels.

03-25-2003, 07:35 AM

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Camber is not adjustable on the rear wheels.

so is $190 too much.... should i buy camber bolts from tirerack or get camber kits from the place i'm gettin' my alignment...

$190 seems like a rip off...

Thanx!

03-25-2003, 07:45 AM

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so is $190 too much.... should i buy camber bolts from tirerack or get camber kits from the place i'm gettin' my alignment...

$190 seems like a rip off...

Thanx!

What are you getting for $190? For camber bolts its a rip off, for camber plates its a great deal.

03-25-2003, 09:36 AM

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What are you getting for $190? For camber bolts its a rip off, for camber plates its a great deal.

I think that $190 is the price for the alignment, the bolts and putting them on.

03-25-2003, 09:49 AM

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I think that $190 is the price for the alignment, the bolts and putting them on.

Is it extra work for shops to adjust the camber with camber bolts? I've never had it done.

If not...the bolts are like $30, and install is really simple (DIY)...so that seems a tad high, but not super-unreasonable.

03-25-2003, 10:00 AM

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I just had my camber bolts installed when I got my alignment. Cost $30 from SW and the alginment was $50.
The guy told me that the bolts were a very wise investment since I have Sprints

03-25-2003, 07:12 PM

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I just had my camber bolts installed when I got my alignment. Cost $30 from SW and the alginment was $50.
The guy told me that the bolts were a very wise investment since I have Sprints

so 30$ is all i need to spend for the bolts... does that include shipping.... if all i have to spend is 30$.... i'll spend it.. and find another shop to put it on for me for a cheaper price!

03-25-2003, 07:31 PM

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so 30$ is all i need to spend for the bolts... does that include shipping.... if all i have to spend is 30$.... i'll spend it.. and find another shop to put it on for me for a cheaper price!

Think I paid $33 or $34 shipped.

03-25-2003, 08:03 PM

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you dont NEED them

03-26-2003, 07:31 AM

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ok.. thanx everyone.. i'm just gonna get the alignment itself... then next time I get an alignment.. i will consider to get the camber bolts...

03-26-2003, 07:37 AM

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ok.. thanx everyone.. i'm just gonna get the alignment itself... then next time I get an alignment.. i will consider to get the camber bolts...

Waste of money. Get both now, you won't need an alginment for a long while.

03-26-2003, 07:39 AM

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Waste of money. Get both now, you won't need an alginment for a long while.

is that true... I just put on my rims.. and lowered 2 inches.. i thought i had to get an alignment ASAP...

03-26-2003, 07:46 AM

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is that true... I just put on my rims.. and lowered 2 inches.. i thought i had to get an alignment ASAP...

You certainly have time to order the bolts and get an alignment when you get them. You are suppose to wait 2 or 3 weeks after installing springs anyway to let them settle. If you get an alignment right now, you may be lower in 2 weeks, and wear the inside of your tires.

03-26-2003, 07:55 AM

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You don't need camber bolts. What shop were you at trying to get an alignment?

03-26-2003, 08:08 AM

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is that true... I just put on my rims.. and lowered 2 inches.. i thought i had to get an alignment ASAP...

I've lowered my car a few times and never had an alignment done. If the car tracks straight you don't need to hurry.

03-26-2003, 08:24 AM

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I've lowered my car a few times and never had an alignment done. If the car tracks straight you don't need to hurry.

The camber needs to be aligned after lowering the car. Doesn't matter if the car goes straight or not.

03-26-2003, 08:29 AM

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The camber needs to be aligned after lowering the car. Doesn't matter if the car goes straight or not.

I know that. My point was he doesn't have to get an alignment the next day or anything. He can wait a while to order the camber bolts.

My camber hasn't been adjusted.

If you don't care about accelerated tire wear, then you don't have to worry about it.

03-26-2003, 12:29 PM

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You don't need camber bolts. What shop were you at trying to get an alignment?

I was at Merrick & Fair.... Tire sale place... it's a small shop in Carlisle... next to a gas station...

charged me 190.. but not goin' there...

I'm gonna go to where Jeff(redmaxpa007) goes.. the place on cameron st...

BTW: pics of the ride will be up soon when I put everything on...

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03-26-2003, 01:02 PM

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Im only doing the Eibach 1.5 inch drop and Im getting camber kits. It's definately something you should get now. I wouldnt even consider lowering my car without them.

03-26-2003, 01:04 PM

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Simple. Do the drop and get an aligmnent. Your toe will probably be off anyway. List the before/after camber specs. If you have over neg 0.9 or so camber, you will wear out the tires pretty fast. So if you would rather eat up $250 worth of tires to save $100 in parts and alignment work, DON'T get the bolts.

03-26-2003, 01:07 PM

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You don't need camber bolts. What shop were you at trying to get an alignment?

you don't NEED tires ither

03-26-2003, 01:08 PM

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You can save a lot of money at Discount Tire or Firestone with a lifetime alignment deal. Mine was $120 and I've used it 5 times so far... do the math. Make sure you don't get tricked into buying a 4-wheel alignment, our cars only need the 2-wheel thrust alignment.