Additionally, the subframe can be moved to balance out any error. First spin the drum around and take note of how much drage on the drum you have. The tech said they loosened and shifted the cradle over as far as it would go but it still wasn't enough to bring it in. How low is your car? Camber is the Angle of which your front wheels are to the frame. Funily enough i seem to be killing the outer edges of my front tyres hard cornering, not a tracking issue , so i'm thinking a bit more camber may actually help. If you've not popped anything with a wheel, and they can't get it reading right using the above method, I highly recommend taking the car somewhere else, because it's quite possible the shop's alignment equipment is out of alignment. Dude, K-mac have released a camber adjutment kit for the front on all golfs, and rears on all bar 4wd.
If there are any leaks, replace the ball joints right away. Its a bloomin' heavy car that's abused a fair bit compared to a typical vehicle. If so you must reset your password using the process. Purchase the correct camber bolts, or slot the holes in the strut tower. Since having my V5 drop, I was told that the rear of my car couldn't be adjusted to cater for the 38mm drop. I used the chart that Rich put on here and gave to the fella at the garage who realigned it perfectly!! When you think you have the drag right, go back in the car and pull the brake up the the fourth click.
Hi, I'm just wondering what front Camber Settings people are running on there mk4's? You remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message s. Note, other models of mk2 Golf such as the Driver have non-adjustable camber as the struts have round mounting holes, and do not require any adjustment other than a final tracking check. There is an adjustment kit you can install in place of the upper strut mount, Specialty Products makes them, the number is 81340. Camber will be need to be reset when removing or replacing the front suspension struts. What make of tyres do you have on the front? If I was to move the control arms to that location, I'd end up with a crazy amount of positive camber. Jeff My total toe is at 0. You will need camber plates to achieve anything above -1.
They said all the newer cars were not adjustable for camber and this item was needed. Rear is currently set to -1. I have had them done regularly thanks to Ajay Autos - Southall. The front sway bar was increased in size from 19mm to 20 mm, while the rear was reduced 1mm in diameter from 15mm to 14mm. The result is different for every vehicle so consult the owner's manual for the proper readings.
I haven't correllated the presence of the creaking with the tendancy clunk. You may need this nub for the sway bar links, some don't have the nub. If you're going to replace the ball joint for the first time, try to replace all four because the others might not be far behind. I have an appointment on Thursday for another attempt. This might be a little tricky but with enough practice, you can do this maintenance routine without a sweat. Additionally, the subframe can be moved to balance out any error.
We can now ship using standard post on some items, however using all methods you may incur import charges when you receive the goods for which we cant be responsible for. Hi, I'm just wondering what front Camber Settings people are running on there mk4's? Look at it and see how each will cam will affect both camber and caster. Lots of misinformation here I think. These replacement bolts were a little skinnier, which allowed some play when loose to change the camber by a small amount. You're looking for a slight drag of the brake shoes when you spin the wheels. You should have slight drag, but not too much. Taking it to a tire shop or alignment technician, should be able to help you diagnose what is worn and needs replacing.
I would get the caster fixed first, the pressure spring would be 2nd, and a 3. Yuo have to access it from under the hood. Mines currently set at the stock -0. A good alignment shop is hard to find. These were designed purely with performance in mind. The rearward upper adjustment swedge tube was pulled in all the way.
I was hoping to get as much as 8-9deg of caster, and at least 1-2deg of camber. I use to run -1. What do you think about that product? Once these bushings wear out, toe control of the front wheels is almost impossible to maintain. Go for it, just keep it straight and not wobbleing side to side. We added the extra sleeve to be able to run 7+ deg caster ans still have plenty of thread engagement.
Front lower control arms designed with tubular construction to replace the stamped metal stock version. Old Fart Stuff: Heater, Seat Heaters, Footbox Fresh Air, Stereo, Keyless ignition, Power Steering, Hyd Clutch. I described this to the tech and asked him if it would be possible to adjust the camber by loosening the ball joint bolts. A small file or oval grinding wheel works well. Mines currently set at the stock -0.