It's been awhile since my last post. Between this covid out break and my own health issues it been a tough couple of years...we lost our German shepherd who lived 13 years..if you have ever owned a shepherd you know how truly amazing they are. That being said all dogs are great..... We actually have 4 dogs.
We missed our shepherd so much that earlier this year we contacted the same breeder and now have another one. Both shepherds have great temperaments which is key with these dogs he loves everyone but will protect us all by himself. BUT I DO DIGRESS.... My last post was on front and rear wheel alignment.
As I stated when we lower our cars we change the alignment of both front and rear wheels. The camber bolts for the front end do allow you to adjust the camber only. The draw back of these bolts are they do not allows stay adjusted properly. They are prone to move if you hit the curb or a pot hole. The camber / caster plates are much better. Plus they allow you to adjust both the camber and caster angles on your front wheels. I have read some posts of people putting in a adjustable panhand rod which is great. But just measuring the center of the rear axle is ok but your not quite done. Your rear wheels my not track properly with the front wheels. Being off a little mite not seem like much. But it is, by going to a alignment shop they can dial in this setting to track perfectly with the front. One other topic if you decide to use polyurethane bushings or larger diameter sway bars to really stiffen up your suspension you really need to install subframe connectors so the body won't twist... Believe me it will. The difference will be noticable while your driving on winding roads. These simple changes will ensure your tires stay flat on the road maximizing your traction and steering.... Just some thoughts. Hope this helps you in deciding how we improve the handling of our cars while maintaining our safety...Keep in mind you can make your suspension to stiff.....
We missed our shepherd so much that earlier this year we contacted the same breeder and now have another one. Both shepherds have great temperaments which is key with these dogs he loves everyone but will protect us all by himself. BUT I DO DIGRESS.... My last post was on front and rear wheel alignment.
As I stated when we lower our cars we change the alignment of both front and rear wheels. The camber bolts for the front end do allow you to adjust the camber only. The draw back of these bolts are they do not allows stay adjusted properly. They are prone to move if you hit the curb or a pot hole. The camber / caster plates are much better. Plus they allow you to adjust both the camber and caster angles on your front wheels. I have read some posts of people putting in a adjustable panhand rod which is great. But just measuring the center of the rear axle is ok but your not quite done. Your rear wheels my not track properly with the front wheels. Being off a little mite not seem like much. But it is, by going to a alignment shop they can dial in this setting to track perfectly with the front. One other topic if you decide to use polyurethane bushings or larger diameter sway bars to really stiffen up your suspension you really need to install subframe connectors so the body won't twist... Believe me it will. The difference will be noticable while your driving on winding roads. These simple changes will ensure your tires stay flat on the road maximizing your traction and steering.... Just some thoughts. Hope this helps you in deciding how we improve the handling of our cars while maintaining our safety...Keep in mind you can make your suspension to stiff.....