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srJOEYdet · 07-07-2002, 11:04 AM

I have an S13 hatchback with eibach lowering springs and koing rims(17 x 7.5), and my tires are wearing horribly. They are completely bald on the inside, with lots of tread on the outside. I came from oregon to pick this car up in colorado where I bought it. My cousin here in denver can hook me up with tires and suspension components at dealer cost, so I need to fix this in denver. I know I need camber plates, but I dont know a thing about them. I would be looking for this all over the web, but my cousin's computer is a 166mhz with 56k connection... You can imagine the time I have already invested. I belive the car is dropped 2 inches. There is about 2-3 inches of wheel gap if that, and I have 235/x/x Kumhos. So I think that would make the drop 2 inches. So a link about camber plates, or just which ones i need would be really helpfull (I know a ton of you have dropped 2 inches
          The other problem I am having is that my power steering pump is bad. Now I have driven it a while without the PS, and it's not too bad, but I need the belt to bypass the PS and go directly to the air conditioning condenser. I have the belt size writen down on my computer at home, but i need to know it here in colorado, so if anyone knows it please speak up.

uiuc240 · 07-07-2002, 12:05 PM

Well, if you want to do it quick and easy, just slot the strut mounting holes (the two that bolt to the spindle).  Actually, you only need to slot the top one.  Add about 1/8" to the outside of the hole and you'll have plenty of camber adjustment.  Otherwise, call up one of the local Honda shops in town and see if they have some camber plates...PFI, Import Trenz, Paragon Tuning, etc.  I'd go for the slotting first.

Eric

srJOEYdet · 07-07-2002, 08:17 PM

Thanks. I remember seeing that handiwork done on 240sx.org. Its in the installs i think. I go look at it again. If anyone knows the price, I would rather know sooner than later! Everywhere is closed on sunday, so any "ball-park estimate" would be appreciated.

Joey

EDIT:
Ive oredered the belt, i found out the right size, and i understand all of this camber correcting slot stuff except two things: How do I slot them without a plasma cutter? And how do you measure your camber to make sure it is within a few º's of 0? (other than examining tread wear on another $400 of rear tires) Any help appreciated.

uiuc240 · 07-08-2002, 09:19 AM

Use an air-powered grinder, or a Dremel to slot them.

As for the measurement...well, you can eyeball it.  Or get a small bubble level and sit it on the wheel (after you mount everything) and check it that way.  Or just pay $60 and get a real alignment <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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Eric

07-07-2002, 11:04 AM	#1
srJOEYdet Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Age: 39 Posts: 260 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have an S13 hatchback with eibach lowering springs and koing rims(17 x 7.5), and my tires are wearing horribly. They are completely bald on the inside, with lots of tread on the outside. I came from oregon to pick this car up in colorado where I bought it. My cousin here in denver can hook me up with tires and suspension components at dealer cost, so I need to fix this in denver. I know I need camber plates, but I dont know a thing about them. I would be looking for this all over the web, but my cousin's computer is a 166mhz with 56k connection... You can imagine the time I have already invested. I belive the car is dropped 2 inches. There is about 2-3 inches of wheel gap if that, and I have 235/x/x Kumhos. So I think that would make the drop 2 inches. So a link about camber plates, or just which ones i need would be really helpfull (I know a ton of you have dropped 2 inches           The other problem I am having is that my power steering pump is bad. Now I have driven it a while without the PS, and it's not too bad, but I need the belt to bypass the PS and go directly to the air conditioning condenser. I have the belt size writen down on my computer at home, but i need to know it here in colorado, so if anyone knows it please speak up. __________________ Exceed 400x200 size limit

07-07-2002, 12:05 PM	#2
uiuc240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Naperville, IL Age: 46 Posts: 2,093 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Well, if you want to do it quick and easy, just slot the strut mounting holes (the two that bolt to the spindle).  Actually, you only need to slot the top one.  Add about 1/8" to the outside of the hole and you'll have plenty of camber adjustment.  Otherwise, call up one of the local Honda shops in town and see if they have some camber plates...PFI, Import Trenz, Paragon Tuning, etc.  I'd go for the slotting first. Eric __________________ 2002 Mazda Protege5 1989 S13 w/SR20DET (sold)

07-07-2002, 08:17 PM	#3
srJOEYdet Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Age: 39 Posts: 260 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks. I remember seeing that handiwork done on 240sx.org. Its in the installs i think. I go look at it again. If anyone knows the price, I would rather know sooner than later! Everywhere is closed on sunday, so any "ball-park estimate" would be appreciated. Joey EDIT: Ive oredered the belt, i found out the right size, and i understand all of this camber correcting slot stuff except two things: How do I slot them without a plasma cutter? And how do you measure your camber to make sure it is within a few º's of 0? (other than examining tread wear on another $400 of rear tires) Any help appreciated. __________________ Exceed 400x200 size limit

07-08-2002, 09:19 AM	#4
uiuc240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Naperville, IL Age: 46 Posts: 2,093 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Use an air-powered grinder, or a Dremel to slot them. As for the measurement...well, you can eyeball it.  Or get a small bubble level and sit it on the wheel (after you mount everything) and check it that way.  Or just pay $60 and get a real alignment <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''> Eric __________________ 2002 Mazda Protege5 1989 S13 w/SR20DET (sold)