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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 08:46 PM
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Default do i need an alignement?

My car is currently on tein basic coilovers, dropped like 2 inches.
I plan on dropping another inch on my car, so would i need an alignment?
and would this be front end only? or all 4 wheels?
 
Old Jan 25, 2009 | 08:55 PM
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Default RE: do i need an alignement?

no not really unless you get all new parts, or if your cars turns in one dirrection while you have ur wheel stight
 
Old Jan 25, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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Default RE: do i need an alignement?

More than likely you will need one.And once you go to the shop,they will fix what adjustable camber they can.

Also,invest in a good camber kit...If your already experiencing uneven tire wear.
 
Old Jan 25, 2009 | 08:59 PM
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no not really unless you get all new parts, or if your cars turns in one dirrection while you have ur wheel stight
You should always get an alignment after any suspension Modification,or new tires for that matter..
 
Old Jan 25, 2009 | 10:36 PM
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Default RE: do i need an alignement?

i already have a camber kit, so i guess i will take it to the shop for them to adjust my camber
thanks
 
Old Jan 26, 2009 | 12:19 PM
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Default RE: do i need an alignement?

so you want a total of a 3 inch drop? usually any drop lower than an inch will need a camber and alignment..
 
Old Jan 26, 2009 | 01:11 PM
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Default RE: do i need an alignement?

You will likely need a rear camber kit (Honda rear arms are not adjustable at all) for any drop. Camber is not much of an issue, there are people running -3* and still not wearing out tires. The toe angle will kill your tires. The SPC kit is very nice and I guess is the same as the Eibach one... about $160 for the rear for me. Also, the front should be adjustable enough to cover your drop, I'm at stock camber with no kit up front.

I'm dropped about 3" in front and 2.5" back and an alignment is definitely necessary.
 
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