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Old 2007-03-20, 02:11 PM   #1
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Default Axle vs. SAI adjustment for camber?

This is probably a question for Austin, but lets see what we come up with.

As I figure it, there are to ways to adjust what we commonly refer to as Camber.

1. Adjust the angle of the axle relative to the strut at the base by use of camber bolts, etc.

2. Adjust the angle of the strut itself by use of camber plates.

I am trying to figure out the pros and cons of each from a geometry perspective.

Obviously camber plates are easiest to adjust, and the combination can be used to optimize tire clearance issues, but what are the basic geometry considerations to each.

Is one more likely to cause bump steer, or some other negative effect?

I am going to keep researching, but perhaps Austin or someone else has already done so...

Here is some basic alignment stuff to get you started if you are not familiar with these terms.

http://www.familycar.com/Alignment.htm
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