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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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I used to race dirt track cars. so I have a camber caster guage, and a toe guage. What should I be looking for as far as setting these myself. I don't want to pay for an alignment if I can do it myself.
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 11:42 AM
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I think Toe is from 0" up to 1/4" IN (1/8" being the common recommendation). (Don't quote me on this one).

For caster: It depends on your lift. I think the spec is like 6-9 degrees. If you want to eliminate potential driveline vibes, set your caster to the max you can get while still maintaining a good front pinion angle (i.e. pinion should point almost directly at the x-fer case yolk). Assuming you have a moderate lift, that should put you in the 3-5 degree range.

Edit: Sorry, just saw your specs. I say 4-6 degrees for your caster should be good for a 3" lift.

Camber is only adjustable with adjustable ball joints (not factory). You should not need to worry about this one.
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:04 PM
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Hey thanks alot, I was wanting to check and see what my caster is, and definitely check my toe. Since my HP dana 30 appears to be straight I wasn't too worried about camber. I am planning a trip the the upper peninsula of MI in a couple weeks, about 420 miles one way, so I want to make sure everything is in order. Thanks again.
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 06:55 PM
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Crossing the mighty Mac eh?

Where are you headed to in the glorious UPA (Upper Penninsula of America). I'm from Escanaba originally.

I transplanted to Arizona a long time ago, but the fam is still there.

Lived and worked in Traverse City, Cadillac, Sturgis, and a few other towns down state.

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