Front end alignment: How big a job?
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Front end alignment: How big a job?
The camber is out of whack on the front end of my '01 F150 Screw (2wd). I took it in a couple of years ago and all they did was "set the toe and go". I don't know anything about this kind of suspension. Is it a big/expensive job? Should any good shop be able to perform this service? How much should I expect to pay?
I'm getting kind of tired of replacing tires because the inside tread wears out.
I'm getting kind of tired of replacing tires because the inside tread wears out.
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yep a good shop with all the lazer stuff should do you a good job, I have a local goodyear truck tire center do all my alignments on my 01 screw A++ job, the 35" tires ride and steer better than stock.the prices seem to be from $60.00 to $140.00..Im lucky, I get it free with a little horse tradeing..
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you shouldnt have to buy a camber kit if your truck is stock though, if its stock suspension no lifts or anything, you should just get what liquid said, if you have any sort of suspension lift, then youll prolly need the camber bolts
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The shop should be able to tell you if you need the kits..Ive noticed you need 3 hands to set the tow..its easy to get it outa wack when tightening the buckle..it took a while to get it spot on..the computer will show them ford specs..I just had mine done last month..pretty hitech equipment..I learned more than a few things..
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bla ..humm lexman knows his fords..I;ll get you a answer in the morning, I;ll be at the shop that did mine..to drop off the F550 for a rear end alignment ..and leaf stack...I was thinking it was adjustible but not much..I might be wrong...my truck was within specs even with the torsion key kit..The guy is good..you should see his truck like yours 4x2 with 37x12.50 mudders..its trick..and huge..
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Originally Posted by bla1879
So how do you mess up the camber if its non adjustable?
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ok yeah i guess if the springs weaken, but couldnt you replace the springs for a better ride AND fix the camber?and im not doubting you, im just curious, i know when i lifted my truck with the 7.5" lift i had to get a camber kit, and its got 4 degrees of adjustment and its almost maxed now with the lift, so i know the ride height changes it, but i just couldnt figure out how to get it out of whack when it wasnt adjustable, but yeah springs makes sense, and yeah my camber was good until i put my lift on around 75,000 miles too
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the bolt holes on the upper a-frame mount are slotted. thats how you set the castor and cambor. if you change the uper a-frame you need to mark the position and reinstall bolts in the same spot. you can set the castor and cambor using the slotted holes, thats how FORD did ti at the factory. i have done it. it does take 3 hands to hold everything. of course, you can check the tires tipped out or in in your driveway with a level. it would be difficult to check if it is leaning fore or aft at home. dealers use the kit since it is easier, but not a necessity.
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