215/45/17 Custom Alignment

[mv6845]

:shrugs::confused: Currently have 205/45/17 Kumho 712 and they are shot. Inner edge is completly bald. Tein S-techs and Tociko Blues. Had alignment done when installed about two years ago and I was told a didn't need an camber kit. Got one installed about 2 months ago. Getting new 215/45/17 and I don't want the same problem to come back. Anyone have a good alignment setting that won't wear out the tires.

[dapsteez]

What I hear is that toe affects tire wear more than camber, so you might want to look into getting that adjusted, esp if your tires aren't noticeably cambered like so: / \

Unrelated question: How is your S-Tech+Tokico Blues combo working out? I've been considering that setup, but heard that the Blues tend to wear out pretty quick...

[dannysgtcel]

if you really want your tires to wear right and last longer you need a better suspension set up,like coilovers or swift springs,c-one springs,trd springs on your tociko blues,than get a good Alignment from a shop that is known for good alignment set ups,and you'll be set.

[Sancho]

Yeah, the inside of my front tires have no tread, so I moved them to the back. I need a toe and camber alignment.

[mv6845]

The ride quality was good but over the years it has just gotten worse. I feel every road bump and it feels like the car bottoms out every time I hit a bump.

[mv6845]

Anyone else have this problem. There is no way the struts blew that quick. Less than 20k.

[dapsteez]

Anyone else have this problem. There is no way the struts blew that quick. Less than 20k.

Hate to say it, but Tokico Blues have a pretty bad reputation on any drop over ~1.2 inches. I wouldn't doubt it if your shocks are blown. :ugh:

[mv6845]

Any sugestions on new struts/shocks that can handle the 1.4 drop?

[dapsteez]

Any sugestions on new struts/shocks that can handle the 1.4 drop?

KYB AGX is the most recommended. Also, Koni Yellows and Tokico Illuminas should work.

[TaeMachine]

Anyone else have this problem. There is no way the struts blew that quick. Less than 20k.

You said it yourself. You bottom out when you hit bumps.

[mv6845]

I thought the HP's could handle the 1.4 drop.

[wjon88]

Skunk2 coilovers are good. I have them.

[mv6845]

I did the strut test and they flet fine. HP spring drop is 1.25. Tein 1.4. Didn't think the difference would damage the struts.

[dapsteez]

I did the strut test and they flet fine. HP spring drop is 1.25. Tein 1.4. Didn't think the difference would damage the struts.

I'm not sure, but I think it would have to do with the spring rates as well. Tokicos are geared toward softer springs, and the Tein S-Techs are kind of harsh. But don't take my word for it...

[mv6845]

that sounds about right now that I think about it. I wish i would have know this back then.