Sven Posted September 2, 2008 Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 Hi Guys, Does anyone know whether the front wheel camber is adjustable on the S8? We did align the car last w/e, resulting in sharper steering and improved handling. However, there is some difference in camber between left and right (front). (This causes a slight bias towards the right). It doesn't seem the camber is adjustable though... :confused: Notably; in El*a there's a remark about adjusting camber AND caster when the tyres wear unevenly. So that would implicate it IS possible... Who can tell me whether - and how - to adjust this? And - if it's not adjustable, where should one look for the cause of this difference? Some rubbers on the way out? (Which ones?) TIA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figure11 Posted September 2, 2008 Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 I have stripped a number of front sub frames down and I can't see how! :confused: The rear has eccentric captured washers and it quite easy. mkoneman has done it. As for the front... From Elsi (the naughty girl!) Wheel alignment Centring front axle camber Wheel alignment specifications => Page 44-28. The camber cannot be adjusted. By moving the subframe, however, it is possible to centre the camber evenly within the specified tolerance range. Under Running Gear Chap 44. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted September 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 Thanks for that Mike! Seems moving the subframe is the way forward. Any idea how hard/easy it is to align this? We can get acces to a bridge + equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figure11 Posted September 3, 2008 Report Share Posted September 3, 2008 While you can't adjust camber on the front the chart says that the tolerance per whell is 30'. So theoretically you could have a degree of difference between the wheels and still be in tolerance. If the car is drifting on flat road I would suspect toe first which is adjustable vie the track rod ends. I will look up the procedure for ajusting the sub frame when I get home. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figure11 Posted September 3, 2008 Report Share Posted September 3, 2008 Wheel alignment Centering front axle camber The camber cannot be adjusted. By moving the subframe, however, it is possible to centre the camber evenly within the specified tolerance range. ‒ Remove noise insulation tray. ‒ → Unscrew all 4 bolts (-1- and -2-). ‒ → Use a plastic-coated tyre lever to push the subframe into the appropriate position. Push in the centre of the subframe, between the subframe itself and the longitudinal member of the body. If you do not have a plastic-coated tyre lever, use a standard tyre lever with adhesive tape wrapped around it. Important: Do not damage any components. HTH Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted September 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thanks a million mate! Great info... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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