DIY: Camber gauge

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This isn't a new idea but I was looking for a cheap camber gauge so I built one. It reads in 1/10 of a degree increments and was accurate within .1 degree of what my professional alignment results were. It cost around $50 to build plus I can still use the auto zeroing digital level for other purposes. I drilled the standoff holes for 16, 17 and 18" wheels for use on other applications.

Materials:
Sears 10" LaserTrac digital level ($25 refub - $50 retail)
20" angle (iron or aluminum)
1/4" screw to attach tripod mount on level to aluminum angle
Something to use as standoffs ($1.60 at ACE)
Note: The 1/4" screw isn't necessary if you use angle iron as the level has powerful magnets.




The level also has a laser so you could shoot it a a surface and mark it. After making your camber adjustment, shoot it again to verify your toe didn't change.

There you go! This isn't ment to replace a professional 4 wheel alignment but is nice if you want to make quick camber changes for autocross or track use.