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Old 06-09-2005, 16:40   #1
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130 sport camber

can someone tell me what the camber settings are for this model and how are the fronts set,, on the bottom balljoint?
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Old 06-09-2005, 19:13   #2
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Camber is non-adjustable...

but you can sometimes get a wee bit adjustment by loosening off the suspension mounts from the subframe...

My camber is out, think its either the strut brace, or worn bushes causing it
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the senior fitter at SEAT garage told me you can adjust via bottom ball joint
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Neo_VR
Camber is non-adjustable...

but you can sometimes get a wee bit adjustment by loosening off the suspension mounts from the subframe...

My camber is out, think its either the strut brace, or worn bushes causing it
I dont think so
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Old 07-09-2005, 12:08   #5
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You might find the strut top mounting bolts have a tiny amount of movement in them.
The dealer have had the struts off mine a couple of times in the past, and I noticed that the paintwork under the top mounting bolts shows they've previously been bolted down in a slightly offset position. If you understand what I mean !

Wonder if the ball-joint offers adjustment by design, or (like the top bolts) it's just luck that there's some slight movement to be had.
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cheers guys, any one have any figures? all you tech fella's out there
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Old 13-09-2005, 07:04   #7
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You can equalise camber by shifting the subframe across to one side or other.

There is very little movement in the bottom balljoints, not enough to make a difference.
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