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Proper alignment numbers w/ LR UCS'a

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by NCtaco914, Mar 6, 2013.

  1. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:12 PM
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    When did I say that?

    I'm saying a fixed upper control arm is all that is necessary. Adding unnecessary adjustment just puts more $$ in their pocket.
     
  2. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:13 PM
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    Not really , as the LR UCA's are less expensive than most other aftermarket UCA's , so , yeah
     
  3. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:19 PM
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    Still pointless.



    Btw sharks just got eaten alive.
     
  4. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:21 PM
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    But without the adjustable ball joint, they could be even cheaper.
     
  5. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:22 PM
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    Well , that's fine and dandy if that's your opinion , but if you direct your attention to the thread title the OP is asking questions about the LR UCA's and not whether or not Jamie likes them because he probably doesn't really give a shit kinda like the rest of us , lol
     
  6. Mar 6, 2013 at 9:26 PM
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    Who doesn't give a shit?

    My statements still stand to the OP. Tell the noob alignment kids to use f Tory specs. Don't touch the UCA.
     
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    Lol , OK boss

    :rolleyes:
     
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  11. Mar 7, 2013 at 5:04 PM
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    So ?
     
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    Why not look on SPC's website and see who sells their equipment near you and take the truck to someone who deals with their product? I took mine to a place locally that sold SPC's products and they got my alignment perfect. They went on and on about how nice the UCA's were and how they wish everyone with a lifted truck would use them. YMMV

    and...

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  13. Mar 7, 2013 at 5:34 PM
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    Anyways... OZ here are my results after today

    Caster:
    LS RS
    +2.12 +1.80

    Camber:
    LS RS
    +0.08 +0.04

    Toe:
    +1/32

    Needless to say I am happy how it drives now. Numbers seem a lil strange but, I guess it worked out well. What do you think??
     
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    You should get them to up the caster
     
  15. Mar 7, 2013 at 5:51 PM
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    Dammit this is a good idea lol

    After trying to get the shop to mess with the LR UCA's... and them not wanting to even try... im doin this!
     
  16. Mar 7, 2013 at 6:14 PM
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    If you're happy with how it drives that all that matters , if you asked for higher caster I'm suprised they couldn't dial that in for you
     
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    Why?

    Caster is not a tire wearing angle. Caster only affects directional stability. It is a little on the low side, but hey if he likes the way it drives, there's nothing wrong with those numbers.
     
  18. Mar 7, 2013 at 7:12 PM
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    Yeah I threw some ideas around with him this morning but, I had to leave my truck there and get a ride to work...drove the truck again tonight and still feel confident in the way it drives. Basically I was just looking for some reasonable numbers and I am pretty close to them. Aslong as I dont end up wearing tires funny I will be pleased. Im use to driving a Titan on 37's so this truck feels like a car to me...:D

    And also I prefer the LR control arms over anything out there. Have fun replacing Uni-balls one after another. My LR UCA's will never have to be touched and also I am able to get my truck properly aligned. Or close enough! And for the adjusta-bility and price you just cant beat em
     

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