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Old 07-23-2008 | 04:27 PM
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alignment after springs?

Hi. I just put GF210's on my Fit Sport a few days ago. I've done some driving with them in the last few days and have let them break in. The steering wheel is now off center, but the car still tracks straight. I have a feeling that the toe is off in some way. I know how to adjust toe on my own using strings, jackstands, and measurements. Believe it or not this is more accurate than most shops bother with.

Do you think that'll be enough for these springs - the only adjustment possible is toe in the front anyway, right? I really don't feel like paying $80 for them to do that, especially since I've had some pretty piss poor alignments done to my car before.

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Old 07-23-2008 | 05:14 PM
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front toe adjustment only. if you can do it yourself, do it.
 
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Old 07-23-2008 | 05:41 PM
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front toe adjustment only. if you can do it yourself, do it.
great advice, It NEEDS to be done
 
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Old 07-23-2008 | 05:53 PM
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Alright, great to hear. Anything to save money, plus DIY is universally fun.

I'm sure that camber bolts could dial the car in a little better, but those will come with the next alignment.


Thank you guys. The pic of your car in your sig is great, George. The car looks amazing.
 
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Old 07-23-2008 | 06:04 PM
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Alright, great to hear. Anything to save money, plus DIY is universally fun.

I'm sure that camber bolts could dial the car in a little better, but those will come with the next alignment.


Thank you guys. The pic of your car in your sig is great, George. The car looks amazing.

thanks stay tuned to my photo trail, ill post up new ones soon
 
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Old 07-23-2008 | 07:37 PM
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You dont need camber bolts unless youre REALLY low. And its mainly to stop the rubbing.
And as said above, an alignment is a must after spring installs. Pay for a 2 wheel only.
 
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