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Driver side C/O adjustment: alignment or nah?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by FloTaco, Jun 29, 2019.

  1. Jun 29, 2019 at 10:46 AM
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    FloTaco

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    Before I get a million “you need alignment if you touch the suspension” responses, I’m just looking for opinions based on ACTUAL mechanical knowledge of toe and camber. No insulting speculation please, I’m mechanically inclined...

    I’m going to adjust ONLY my driver side King 1/2” - 3/4” to level the vehicle side to side. How much will my toe and camber most likely be out, is it worth getting another alignment? Trying to avoid pointless trips as I’ve done this 3 times already. I’ve ran 5 sets of coil overs and sometimes adjustments don’t throw it off too badly.
     
  2. Jun 29, 2019 at 10:51 AM
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  3. Jun 29, 2019 at 10:53 AM
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    So....you’re saying just get the alignment??? Fml
     
  4. Jun 29, 2019 at 11:37 AM
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    Yes just get the alignment or not.... I definitely would.
     
  5. Jun 29, 2019 at 11:47 AM
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    You can measure your camber change with a level. http://www.p1nation.com/camber-diy.html

    Toe takes more effort.

    And remember, when you alter one corner height you'll affect the others too. Which may or may not affect the alignment settings.

    I'd measure both front cambers pre and post adjustment. If things change more than you want, then an alignment is likely in order.
     
  6. Jun 29, 2019 at 11:51 AM
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    Thank you for the advice.
     
  7. Jun 29, 2019 at 12:04 PM
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    If you happen to be in the Pinellas area I can recommend a great alignment shop in Clearwater. PM me if that would be helpful to you.

    Not affiliated, yada yada. Just a satisfied customer.
     
  8. Jun 29, 2019 at 12:12 PM
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    Down in Miami, thank you though.
     

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