I just received my Ingalls front camber kit, it is the one that adjust from 1.75-4.00 degrees. I have an H&R Sport drop and I did have a front camber problem, though it was slight, you guys think that buying that front camber kit might have helped or better yet, would it work in correcting my camber problem? I'm scared that it might be a bit much and if so, would that pose any problems. It is the part number 3557.

Also, my rear has a camber problem but I got the SPC rear camber kit for that...what do you guys think of that camber kit? would it be sufficient in correcting my camber problem? Feedback is appreciated.

 

I got the SPC rear camber kit. It's good, got no rear camber problems anymore! And since I'm slammed compared to you, yes, your SPC rear camber kit is sufficient to correct your camber.

Technically, you should get a front camber kit. But you can get away with it if you do a 4 wheel alignment. It's not absolutely critical that you get a front camber kit. Ingalls is good, but expensive. That was my first choice until I saw the sticker price!

 

Thanks a lot Patrick. I'm installing my camber kit tomorrow and getting my alignment done the next day...hopefully..thanks again, patrick.

 

I have a question... sorry if it's a dumb one... but what's the true purpose of a camber kit? The reason why I ask is... well, first of all, wouldn't you guys say it's safe to say most people (in the forum) with wheels and springs.... DON'T have a camber kit?

Okay, here's the reason why I ask this (dumb) question... so, I find this shop that does alignments for 19" wheels... and I go in every so often... well, pretty much everytime I hit a really bad pothole... I try and make an appointment later that week... anyway this shop owner keeps trying to get me to put a camber kit on... he thinks it's the fact that I don't have one that's causing the alignment to go off... but I just think it's the damn potholes or those stupid metal plates they use to cover up unfinished road work.

So, should I get one? I have 19" wheels with 51mm offset and Neuspeed springs 1.75" front and back (I know I know... I'm probably the only one with Neuspeed).

 

I have an accord 99 coupe with SPC rear camber kit (same as TL). Worked great since I have NEX coils and slammed to 1/2 finger gap. My camber in the rear is -0.2 which is perfect. I loved watching my camber go from -2.5 down to -0.2 as the guy adjusted the camber kit.

I also have the SPC front camber kit but the camber is so little in the front, I'm considering selling it, but I don't know. I could use that kit on my TL if I lower it...

 

The true purpose of a camber kit is to bring your wheels back to factory specs - specifically camber and toe. If you notice, whenever a car is lowered, the wheels sorta look like this: / \

After a camber kit is installed, the wheels are like this: | |

And you are right, most members don't have camber kits especially if they are slammed with aftermarket wheels. One of the reasons why they don't have them is because once the camber kit is installed, the wheels will go back to factory spec, and may very well cause rubbing problems (the top part of the outside wheel or tire rubs against inner wheel well). If you get wheels that barely rubs, you will definitely rub with camber kit installed. This is why it is absolutely critical that you get the correct offset for your 18" or 19" wheels in the first place, the higher the offset the better. Your high offset is good (at +51), but what is the width of your wheel? If your wheels are 19x8 with 225/35/19 tires, I think you should be OK with a camber kit and lowered (no guarantees though - you'll have to cross your fingers and hope). 235/35/19 is more likely to rub, so it will definitely rub with a camber kit on. Well I definitely recommend at least a rear camber kit for you - at least you'll slow down the wear on your tires. But be warned, you *might* need to trim your rear fender tab.

 

No problem buddy!


It's up to you man. Either choice would be good.

 

My wheels are 8" wide, and I've been using 235/35/19' tires... I don't think 225's would work... so, you think it'll rub, huh? I'm thinking just buying new 18" wheels and not so wide... might be cheaper in the long run.

 

Running 235/35/19 tires, yeah I think you'll rub with a camber kit. If you're willing to shave the rear tab from your fender, that *might* be all you'll need. But if you don't mind the hassle, getting less wide wheels would be the way to go (especially if you don't want to trim the tab). Yeah, 19" tires are expensive, you'll end up paying more in the long run. Good luck tho whatever you do.

 

yeah, I'm getting 19x8 with 235/35 tires, but I'll find out if they rub when the wheels get put on...I'm pretty sure they are going to rub.

 

...well, it depends on the offset... mine are at 51mm and I did forget to mention... my rear tab is shaved slightly, nothing noticable, I can turn all the way to the right/left, and there's no rubbing... not even turning all the way, and going over a speed bump. But then again... I have Neuspeed springs that are only 1.75" drop. I can't remember the drops on the other springs.