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Old 09-18-2014, 09:14 PM
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I'm trying to find out what y'all are doing for alignment issues? Camber bolts?
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Originally Posted by xtreme02gt
I'm trying to find out what y'all are doing for alignment issues? Camber bolts?
You're only going down 2 inches so there shouldn't be any alignment issues. You can get a set of Moog or SPS camber plates (you'll need 2, one for each side) but it isn't necessary. it just makes it a little easier for the guy doing the alignment.
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You're only going down 2 inches so there shouldn't be any alignment issues. You can get a set of Moog or SPS camber plates (you'll need 2, one for each side) but it isn't necessary. it just makes it a little easier for the guy doing the alignment.
Exactly, camber bolts are unsafe in any situation. Any sort of camber kit for these trucks just make it easier. If you go more than 2" plan on elongating the alignment holes for the lower control arms.
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I am -1.4 out on passenger side and -1.2 out on driver side.

Can you tell me what I need to get or do so I can atleast get better than that.

Don't want my tires too ware all stupid
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I am -1.4 out on passenger side and -1.2 out on driver side.

Can you tell me what I need to get or do so I can atleast get better than that.

Don't want my tires too ware all stupid

I assume you are referring to the camber angles? You did take it in for an alignment after you installed the drop kit didn’t you. I don't remember off the top of my head what the range is on our trucks, but there is no reason an alignment shop can't get it within specs with only a 2/4 drop.
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which kit are you using? mcgauhys?
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I assume you are referring to the camber angles? You did take it in for an alignment after you installed the drop kit didn’t you. I don't remember off the top of my head what the range is on our trucks, but there is no reason an alignment shop can't get it within specs with only a 2/4 drop.
Yes sir, I took it to the dealer. They told me ther is No camber adjustment
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Originally Posted by DJM/BELLTECH DIRECT
which kit are you using? mcgauhys?
Yes sir
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Yes sir, I took it to the dealer. They told me ther is No camber adjustment
No adjustment, or no adjustment left? The camber is adjustable, and like others have said, 2" drop should not need anything. But here is the instructions for belltechs lowering shocks. The last page shows how to get more adjustment for your camber and caster.

http://www.belltech.com/extras/docs/BBGC/25001.pdf
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Yes sir, I took it to the dealer. They told me ther is No camber adjustment
I know Texas is a big state, but aren’t there several shops that specialize in lowering/lifting trucks out your way. I would get a second opinion from one of them or another dealer before I went thru the trouble of disassembling your front end again and elongating the lower bolt holes. It may not be necessary. A couple of phone calls may point you in the right direction.

I sure hope you get this straightened out soon. These types of problems can be frustrating . . . believe me I know.


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