Pro-Kit Installed, but...

[Sugi]

Originally Posted by JARE_ee

Hello,


this is my first car, and i am new to the whole car modification thing. Basically i lowered with Pro-Kit springs (very happy with the results, will post pictures later) I had it aligned right after install.

There are two issues that i am concerned with:

1. I am hearing its not so good to aligned your car right after installing them because it would be best to have the springs settled before aligning, is this true? do i need a realignement again in the near future?

2. Do i need any camber adjustments for these springs? it is only 1 inch drop, and the mechanic said it wasn't necessary. But i would like to ask the people here, rather than trusting the mechanic (first time @ that shop)

Congrats on having a GT86 as your first car!!!

1. Drive around for about a week, should be good after that.

2. Any drop will give you a improper camber. Really up to you on how much you can deal with it or how long you want your tires to last.

[2much]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

I'd go maybe -2.6 front -2.25 rear.

would you recommend less for a daily driver that may track once or twice a year?

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by 2much

would you recommend less for a daily driver that may track once or twice a year?

If tire wear is more important than maximizing cornering grip, yes, you should run MUCH less camber.

How much less depends on how much you drive, but for a strictly street driven car, I'd recommend something like this:

-0.75 front, 1/16" total toe-in
-1.4 rear, 1/16" total toe-in

[2much]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

If tire wear is more important than maximizing cornering grip, yes, you should run MUCH less camber.

How much less depends on how much you drive, but for a strictly street driven car, I'd recommend something like this:

-0.75 front, 1/16" total toe-in
-1.4 rear, 1/16" total toe-in

your input is much appreciated

I may have to visit CSG for an alignment soon, and I will bring your notes for discussion

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by 2much

your input is much appreciated

I may have to visit CSG for an alignment soon, and I will bring your notes for discussion

Unfortunately, we don't do alignments, but we highly recommend these guys:

http://www.yelp.com/biz/west-end-alignment-gardena

Call ahead to schedule an appointment, and DO NOT BE LATE.

[2much]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Unfortunately, we don't do alignments, but we highly recommend these guys:

http://www.yelp.com/biz/west-end-alignment-gardena

Call ahead to schedule an appointment, and DO NOT BE LATE.

The reviews speak for themselves

[JARE_ee]

Thanks!!

I just want to make sure my tires last to their full potential, but not sure if its worth the value to do any adjustments~

Originally Posted by msugi07

Congrats on having a GT86 as your first car!!!

1. Drive around for about a week, should be good after that.

2. Any drop will give you a improper camber. Really up to you on how much you can deal with it or how long you want your tires to last.