Camber adjustment

[LazyLunatic]

What can adjust the camber?

I usually adjust it via the two hub/coilover bolts. But is there any other place it can be adjusted? I set the nearside up to match the offside, then when it settled it went back to where it was before. The hub/coilover bolts are tight.

Going to adjust it again tomorrow, but just wondered if there was anything else to look out for/adjust/check.

Thanks

[*tell*]

i was looking at these

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Eibach-Front-Camber-Bolts-VW-Golf-Mk-3-1H-HX0-92-99-/270681114235?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f05da067b

[LazyLunatic]

Thought about them, be easier than a spirit level and ruler

I think it because we jacked the car up to adjust the camber, then didn't let it settle, so when it settled the camber changed more negative.

Another *facepalm* ...wow two in one day!

[LazyLunatic]

Found them again, same company:

http://www.venommotorsport.com/product_details.php?id=6842&manufacturer=Eibach%20Alignment&category=Suspension

Think I might grab a set tbh.

[Christo77]

Adjusting the camber is one thing but for a finer setup you need to know where you are geometry wise to make the adjustment from..

When i replaced my suspension i took readings with spirit levels and markings to try and get it back to some ballpark setting..it all looked fine but in the end i had to get it set up professionaly..and both sides were out.

If you want it all setup correct it's not as easy as it sounds and often re tracking is involved if the camber is out of whack and vise versa..If you've gone particularly lower with your suspension then that's another thing to add into the settings..

A pro camber/track setup is well worth doing.. stuff i went through and learnt anyways..

[LazyLunatic]

I would never get it setup by the "pros" again. The only place around me is Pro Tyre and they complete d!ckheads, sh!t to deal with and not willing to help or work with me to get the right setup.

I set the tracking before using the string method and it works really well. Not looking for a specific degree of camber, just so it tucks nicely and both sides match.

[Christo77]

Yep..well when i mean pro i mean someone you know in the trade who has the proper alignment tools/laser equipment.. someone preferably who knows and services VW's as the chap i used.

Also same here that i know i got mine back pretty well to the markings etc but when i lowered it down my steering wheel was off centre pointing at about 10 oclock lol!  So even though it was close it was still not good.

[Wayne]

You don't need camber bolts. 

Trick is to loosen the bolts, refit the wheels and drop it back on the floor, then set it, nip it back up, jack back up, remove wheels and tighten fully.

Refit wheel then have coffee / tea as required. 

[Dmonday]

Another *facepalm* ...wow two in one day!

i predicted this, that's why i posted the double facepalm

Dan

[LazyLunatic]

Yep..well when i mean pro i mean someone you know in the trade who has the proper alignment tools/laser equipment.. someone preferably who knows and services VW's as the chap i used.

Also same here that i know i got mine back pretty well to the markings etc but when i lowered it down my steering wheel was off centre pointing at about 10 oclock lol!  So even though it was close it was still not good.

They have one of the best alignment machines there, but unfortunately they are the only people I know of.

I found the string method very accurate and was very pleased with the results.

You don't need camber bolts. 

Trick is to loosen the bolts, refit the wheels and drop it back on the floor, then set it, nip it back up, jack back up, remove wheels and tighten fully.

Refit wheel then have coffee / tea as required. 

Don't need to take the wheel off luckily but can't get to the bolt when the car is one the ground

Coilover needs to be settled to setup the camber I think. Right?

Another *facepalm* ...wow two in one day!

i predicted this, that's why i posted the double facepalm

Dan