I have been getting conflicting answers from all different people (mechanics). I have tein s-tech springs and kyb gr-2 struts that I want to put in but I keep getting told that I need (don't need) a camber kit to align after putting in new struts and springs. What is (if any) the right answer?
it all depends but you can NOT adjust the rear camber without a camber kit. I know this because I had to buy a camber kit to correct my rear camber. It looks like a red disc with different thickness for settings and it gets attached behind the hub/brake assy of your rear wheels. What you will need to do first is have your alignment inspected and get the print outs. The machine I use at work allows me to print off the settings and show the correct setting of a camber kit. It even lists off all the places that sell the kits including part numbers. Sure made it easy when I walked into NAPA for one.I bought two kits but only ended up needing one so now I have a spare lol. But you will very likely need to adjust the rear suspension when you lower the car. I did when I put on my S-tech TEIN springs.
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