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Old 06-07-2016, 05:40 PM   #3973
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Originally Posted by jarnojvv View Post
Hi Guys,

I have a relatively standard 86, only changed to Pilot Sports and a couple of small things. Doing camber bolts when I'm home again in a couple of weeks.

My question specifically pertains to wheel alignment on the stock suspension with its limited adjustments. With camber bolts in the front (-1.3deg) and standard rear setup (assuming 0deg) the only other material parameter left is the toe settings fore & aft.

I would like to understand the difference between front and rear toe out (a) under braking, (b) turn in, (c) steady state cornering & (d) corner exit/power out.


If you are also on standard suspension feel free to post your alignment!


Thanks!
Toe-out front will help turn-in response, at the cost of steady state cornering grip. Toe-in front will stabilize the front end, at the cost of steady state cornering.

Toe-in rear will stabilize the rear, while toe-out will make the rear want to wander/rotate.

Everything has a reasonable amount to be used, as well as a time and place. More is not better, in any scenario.
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