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Toyota dealership for alignment after OME install questions

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by MNmtb, Nov 17, 2016.

  1. Nov 17, 2016 at 6:29 AM
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    MNmtb

    MNmtb [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So i purchased my 2015 DCSB Sport from the toyota dealership and im installing an OME kit with Dakars and TC UCA's. When i bought the car, the dealership also gives me several free service items, one of which is a free alignment. So here are my two questions:

    1st Question - should i go to the Toyota dealership and take advantage of this. I know all dealerships are very different (Michaels in Bellevue, WA is where i purchased). I'm afraid that they will say that is just a basic alignment and what I want after the install is not included. Or should I just go to a dedicated shop.

    2nd Question - regardless of where I go for an alignment, I'm looking for some guidance on numbers I should spec. Its a 2015 DCSB Tacoma Sport. It has Duratrack LT 285/70/17's. Is mostly a DD but most weekends i head out onto dirt road for fishing, camping and prob head out and do some proper off-road activities several times a year. I'd prefer it not wander on the highway over best off-road characteristics.

    Given this what would you all consider proper numbers for
    Caster L/R
    Camber L/R
    Toe

    Thanks for everyone's help
     
  2. Nov 17, 2016 at 6:45 AM
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    kenstar

    kenstar Get a Lil Mud on the Tares

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    Go to the dealership and see what they will do for you - worth a shot. If not make sure you go to someone who knows how to adjust uca.
    Pretty much: Camber and toe to 0. Caster high as you can get it. Generally you should be able to get at least 2.. I guessing you have at least 3 due to the fact you are running dakars.
    I've been fortunate enough where I am able to use the stock UCA with little to no wandering. Not in any rush to get UCAs, but will eventually get some TC.
     
  3. Nov 17, 2016 at 7:12 AM
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    What lift do you have?
     
  4. Nov 17, 2016 at 7:18 AM
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    MNmtb

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    Should end up with about 2.5 inches. Nitrocharger shocks, 885 springs, Dakars KIt is OMETAC05HKS. I don't have and ARB or other weight in the front so should give a little more than 2" if bumper isn't installed.
     
  5. Nov 17, 2016 at 7:28 AM
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    I would try the dealer first. I wouldn't be suprised if you have to go down the street though. I went to a guy who ONLY does alignment and owns a brand new Hunter machine. it's a dice roll either way.
     

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