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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 04:29 PM
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So my car is lowered on KW V3s 1.5". I just did my alignment and we can't get it any better than -3.7 left and -4.1 right. What the heck is the problem? It's never been wrecked.
Where should I start? Is there a camber kit I can get? Should I replace suspension parts? Please advise, thanks!
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 05:09 PM
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Hey brother

I had the same issue with my S but, not as much as yours. You can try loosening the rear sub frame to be sure it is centered. You may have to replace a few suspension parts in the rear to get it right.
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 06:26 PM
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Thanks Ben! What suspension parts would you start with?
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 07:00 PM
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Raise the ride height. The toe settings also effect camber.
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 07:17 PM
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Thanks Slow, I'm going to exhaust all options before I raise her. Seems like everyone is having success but me>>> 1.5 inches just doesn"t seem that low.
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 07:20 PM
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I'd bet it's a bit lower than 1.5 from stock to see -4.1
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 08:07 PM
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Slow, I have 17" wheels, the car just barely touches the tire, but you could be right, I've just seen cars slammed and not hit my measurements. It just doesn't seem right...
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 08:13 PM
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Im tucking a finger and at like -2.5 rear camber
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Old Nov 5, 2010 | 08:16 PM
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That's closer to 2-2.5" lower than stock
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