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Old 04-18-2007, 10:14 AM
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Camber adjustment, straight axle

I have 'early '99 F-350, 4X4 with straight axle. Is camber adjustment possible? Seem to be an eccentric in top king-pin (ball joint) that could "possibly" be replaced with another with less degree. Tire wearing more on inside. No worn parts. Has been this way since new. Camber guage verifys. Just wore out second set of front tires in 48,000 miles. First set were original generals, these are michelins. Most everyone gets better mileage than this. Thanks for any input. Carroll
 

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Old 04-18-2007, 02:24 PM
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Yes there is an adjustment, it has something to do with that eccentric idk if they replaced it or spin it a certain way or what. Try taking it to get it aligned and ask them.
 
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Old 04-18-2007, 02:26 PM
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Thanks John, Dealership said it was within specs but the wear shows something else.
 
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How often to you rotate your tires? I get mine done every 5k.
 
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Old 04-18-2007, 03:34 PM
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It's a dually. Not recommended to rotate front.
 
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you can only buy the camber adjuting inserts from after market. any alignment shop should be able to get them. had the same problem on mine they will run you less than 20 dollars a piece.
 
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who said its not recommended to rotate the front on the dually? The dealer. They just don't like to do it because the recommended method is (if you have polished rims) to dismount all tires and rotate to proper position and remount on rims. The rims stay where they are and the tires are rotated. Its expensive, but in the end I still think you are better off then wearing your tires out.
 
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you can only buy the camber adjuting inserts from after market. any alignment shop should be able to get them. had the same problem on mine they will run you less than 20 dollars a piece.
These are for a late 99 F250 4x4 also? My left front is wearing BAD on the inside and I just had it aligned not three months ago.
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Originally Posted by fbilly420
you can only buy the camber adjuting inserts from after market. any alignment shop should be able to get them. had the same problem on mine they will run you less than 20 dollars a piece.
fbilly,
Thanks for the proper name. Was able to find in service CD. Now know what to do. Thanks again and to all who responded. Carroll
 
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