Hello,
the right front whell does not look fine. There is no clearance and all
bushes are in good condition . How can i adjust the camber of the front wheels - and whats the rate of this camber.
Thanks for some help
regards from Germany
Johannes
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What do you mean by no clearance? Do you mean the distance from the top of the tyre to the wing, or the angle the wheel is sitting at? Is the car sitting level?
To correct a camber issue (normally too much positive camber) you add spacers to the inner fulcrum to move the bottom arm further out.
It is hard to be specific until we know the problem - has it suddenly happened?
Perhaps post a picture so that we can see what you mean.
Pete
To correct a camber issue (normally too much positive camber) you add spacers to the inner fulcrum to move the bottom arm further out.
It is hard to be specific until we know the problem - has it suddenly happened?
Perhaps post a picture so that we can see what you mean.
Pete
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Dear Johannes,
There is no "adjustment" for the problem you are describing.
It is posible to "correct" a small error in the camber, but this should not need to be done more than once.
I think that you are describing the fact that the left and right sides of the car are very different. This should not be.....
Is this a sudden or recent change? If so, it suggests that there is a mechanical problem - not an adjustment.
The first thought I have is that the lower swivel has come apart (a common problem for old cars with too little grease applied in their life). A photo will help all the others here to see your problem.
I would suggest that you do not go under the car unless it is supported by solid supports at this time.
Regards,
Colin
There is no "adjustment" for the problem you are describing.
It is posible to "correct" a small error in the camber, but this should not need to be done more than once.
I think that you are describing the fact that the left and right sides of the car are very different. This should not be.....
Is this a sudden or recent change? If so, it suggests that there is a mechanical problem - not an adjustment.
The first thought I have is that the lower swivel has come apart (a common problem for old cars with too little grease applied in their life). A photo will help all the others here to see your problem.
I would suggest that you do not go under the car unless it is supported by solid supports at this time.
Regards,
Colin
Dear Colin,
i have seen in a catalog that there are some washers between the lower
swivel pin and the chassis leg - so when i remove some of them, the lower
arms comes nearer to the chassisleg an the cumber will be "normal"
Would that be a possibillity? By the way i will have a look for all parts.
Regards
Johannes
i have seen in a catalog that there are some washers between the lower
swivel pin and the chassis leg - so when i remove some of them, the lower
arms comes nearer to the chassisleg an the cumber will be "normal"
Would that be a possibillity? By the way i will have a look for all parts.
Regards
Johannes
Dear Johannes,
My problem is understanding why this has happenned. If the car has been like this for many years - that is ok. I'm concerned that the change is recent and shows that something mechanical has changed.....
Once the camber is set, it should not need changes. The only reasons for a change in the camber (AFIK):-
1) deliberate change to the camber - add/remove spacing washers.
2) the structure of the car (front suspension 'chassis' or mounting points) has changed (road accident, corrosion).
3) the steering parts have worn.
Colin
PS Moderator - woul this be better in "Mechanical"?
yes - you are correct.have seen in a catalog that there are some washers between the lower
swivel pin and the chassis leg - so when i remove some of them, the lower
arms comes nearer to the chassisleg an the cumber will be "normal"
My problem is understanding why this has happenned. If the car has been like this for many years - that is ok. I'm concerned that the change is recent and shows that something mechanical has changed.....
Once the camber is set, it should not need changes. The only reasons for a change in the camber (AFIK):-
1) deliberate change to the camber - add/remove spacing washers.
2) the structure of the car (front suspension 'chassis' or mounting points) has changed (road accident, corrosion).
3) the steering parts have worn.
Colin
PS Moderator - woul this be better in "Mechanical"?
If there is noticeable negative camber - something has rotted away - likely the chassis member on that side. The lower swivel would need to be desperately worn to show any camber effect. Adding or removing washers only has the slightest effect on camber - hard to see with the eye - just measureable with a spirit level. My car runs with 5/16" flat plates (not washers) spacing the lower arms out - that really is pretty much the limit for the nut on the eye bolt. I believe longer eye bolts are available - but as it is, my negative camber is 'just' noticeable - and the inner edges of the tyres do wear more than the outers - and yes - the tracking is perfect.
