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Old 02-03-2006 | 07:52 PM
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Alignment after lowering

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As you can see, the tech was able to adjust the settings (front: camber, caster, and toe / rear: camber and toe) back to tolerance, with the exception of the left camber in the front. He doesn't know the reason why it's like that, but right now, the camber is at 1.4 degrees; tolerance is between 0.2 - 1.3, so he said that 1.4 isn't going to affect it much. The right front is sitting at 1.0 degree.

I guess this shows that in order for your tires to get it's maximum life and performance, getting alignment done is important after doing suspension work.
Old 02-03-2006 | 07:58 PM
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I'm running -3 degrees camber in the rear and -2.5 in the front. Front camber is 0 and rear is -.1 total.

It isn't good for the tires, but it sure handles nice. If I get the turbo I'll probably have to dial that down a little.

How much did the springs drop your car?
Old 02-03-2006 | 08:09 PM
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where did you get that done. i am gonna need an alignment when i get down there.

oh and how much was it??
Old 02-03-2006 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by roneski
I'm running -3 degrees camber in the rear and -2.5 in the front. Front camber is 0 and rear is -.1 total.

It isn't good for the tires, but it sure handles nice. If I get the turbo I'll probably have to dial that down a little.

How much did the springs drop your car?
Your camber works to your advantage since you track your car. The springs dropped 1.0" up front and 1.2" in the rear.

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where did you get that done. i am gonna need an alignment when i get down there.

oh and how much was it??
I got it done at Planet Nissan. It was for $99.95, but worth the certified equipments and available factory specs.
Old 02-03-2006 | 11:47 PM
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Originally Posted by ensmuns
Your camber works to your advantage since you track your car. The springs dropped 1.0" up front and 1.2" in the rear.



I got it done at Planet Nissan. It was for $99.95, but worth the certified equipments and available factory specs.

I would really like to see the pics... Thats exactly how much I want mine lowered. What springs did you use?
Old 02-04-2006 | 09:49 AM
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I would really like to see the pics... Thats exactly how much I want mine lowered. What springs did you use?
They are Tanabe Sustec GF210s.

Here's a preliminary picture from my cam phone (after picture):

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Hope this'll give you an idea.

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Old 02-04-2006 | 06:31 PM
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What Ty was really saying...
Originally Posted by roneski
WHEN I get the turbo I'll probably have to dial that down a little since I'll be rockin' some 600rwhp and drag radials!
Old 02-04-2006 | 07:54 PM
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Bwahahaha!
Old 02-05-2006 | 10:31 AM
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You guys are killing me.
Old 02-05-2006 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by ensmuns
They are Tanabe Sustec GF210s.

Here's a preliminary picture from my cam phone (after picture):

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Hope this'll give you an idea.
I cant really tell all that much... post up some nice side shots when you get a chance
Old 02-05-2006 | 03:14 PM
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Yeah I figured as much... When I get some side pics, I'll post 'em.
Old 02-06-2006 | 06:05 PM
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Old 02-06-2006 | 10:42 PM
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Looks good, I may go with those springs!
Old 02-07-2006 | 01:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Nforce1
Looks good, I may go with those springs!
Cool, I'll even volunteer to install them with you!
Old 02-07-2006 | 08:18 AM
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Cool, I'll even volunteer to install them with you!
Looks good - how are those speed bumps now? Kkkkrrrrrccccc!!!!!!
Old 02-07-2006 | 05:34 PM
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Looks good - how are those speed bumps now? Kkkkrrrrrccccc!!!!!!
Thanks! To my surprise, speed bumps are not a problem.
Old 02-08-2006 | 05:06 AM
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Hey you finally got it lowered

Leslie
Old 02-08-2006 | 09:09 AM
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Looking Hawt!!!! I wish I could feel comfortable doing this as well. Possibly after I move to my new office. It really does look GREAT! Notice any changes in handling?
Old 02-08-2006 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Tobizach
Hey you finally got it lowered

Leslie
Yeah! Slowly, but surely. I'm heading towards the NA stage 2 route. Next mod is the plenum spacer or just a new plenum (Kinetix possibly?) and hi-flow cats.
Old 02-08-2006 | 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Love2ridepow
Looking Hawt!!!! I wish I could feel comfortable doing this as well. Possibly after I move to my new office. It really does look GREAT! Notice any changes in handling?
Definitely. Less body roll, albeit the stiffer ride. I love it... form and function!
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