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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 08:17 PM
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so do i need camber kits?



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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 09:42 PM
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yes...unless you like buying tires
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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but only the rears.
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 11:27 PM
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Get adjustable front ball joints if you want to zero out the camber and Ingalls rear arms so you can adjust the toe and camber.

SPC/Ingalls front ball joints are the same part basically but the Ingalls kit is better.

If interested we have pricing on the web store at http://store.excelerateperformance.com

The part #'s you want are 35590 and 38720 ( you would need 2 of each.)
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by phipark
but only the rears.
yea im no expert, but looks like only the rears too much outta range
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 11:52 PM
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Your rear's camber looks like mines. Definitely need a camber kit for the rear. I need to get one also. So lazy.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 08:00 AM
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how low did you drop to get 2.4 degrees of camber.

i went down 2 inches and i got 1 degree
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:28 PM
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tucked all around
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by TLSFNATIC
tucked all around
in inches....
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 02:33 PM
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^ he tucked...
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 01:43 PM
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what is tucking?
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 11:49 PM
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Originally Posted by FireNation23
what is tucking?
Top part of the wheel (say, top 1/4 or 1/3) inside the wheel well.
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 08:42 AM
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Got my alignment checked for the first time yesterday after dropping on eibach pros..I was really surprised. The back was -1.4 and -1.3 on camber (only .4 and .3 out of acceptable specs), toe was on the money. The front was -0.7 and -0.5 camber, caster and toe were within acceptable specs. No camber kits or alignment needed...whohoo!
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 11:08 PM
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Marcus at Heeltoe doesn't really recommend getting camber kits at all. Just get toe and caster within specs and you're good to go.
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Old Apr 23, 2009 | 07:16 AM
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a little camber never hurt anyone

notice how alot of newer model cars come off the lot with some camber on the rear these days... pay close attention next time you drive...
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Old May 1, 2009 | 09:47 AM
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Is a camber kit only needed if the vehicle is being lowered or raised? If you're getting a new set of wheels (and larger than factory size), will you need a camber kit?

I'm gonna put 18" Ronjon Inspyres on my TL -- Will I need a camber kit?
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Old May 1, 2009 | 10:41 AM
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no

only time you need a camber kit is if you lower your car...


and then you go get an alignment and find that your factory ones can't get back into neutral specs..

something like so. if you're just getting wheels, you won't need it.
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Old May 1, 2009 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by jjashaa
no

only time you need a camber kit is if you lower your car...


and then you go get an alignment and find that your factory ones can't get back into neutral specs..

something like so. if you're just getting wheels, you won't need it.

Alright, cool -- thanks for the response.
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Old May 1, 2009 | 11:20 AM
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just remember... upgrading wheels and not dropping is like... a sin..
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Old May 1, 2009 | 12:25 PM
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to MAXIMIZE tire wear, you need camber kits if you are dropped! Trust me, I was in spec too..but barely and with camber kits, my tires don't wear out near as fast. As far as I know, Acura's don't have camber adjustments. The toe and caster adjustments impact the camber readings. Camber kits actually give you flexiblity to adjust camber that toe/caster doesn't provide if I am not mistaken...I like getting full life out of my tires..thats just me though.
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Old May 1, 2009 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Rockstar21
just remember... upgrading wheels and not dropping is like... a sin..
I have an 04 TL ... and want 18 inspyres from ronjon ...what set do u suggest for lowering?
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Old May 1, 2009 | 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by woot427
I have an 04 TL ... and want 18 inspyres from ronjon ...what set do u suggest for lowering?
like.. LOWW lol

3G looks sick smacked down..

By the way.. what are you doing in here.. they have a 3G forum.. they could be much more informative then we could... "maybe" lol
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Old May 1, 2009 | 01:29 PM
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I see what youre sayin jitty-but honestly toe is the most important for tire wear. A little negative camber over time will contribute to tire wear, yes. Im not saying ppl shouldnt get camber kits, however camber only being off .4 and .3 (in my case) not really something Im overly concerned with.
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