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Old Aug 20, 2003, 09:11 PM
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Eibach Pro Kit springs and camber kits?...

i am about to order the eibach pro kit for my lancer... has anyone else installed this and did you have to install a camber kit also?
Old Aug 20, 2003, 09:17 PM
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You won't need to install a camber kit since it's far less (1") of a drop than the 1.5" or more that a camber kit calls for.
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you shouldn't need it, but you could use it to get better traction, but otherwise tire wear should be fine without it.
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The car should have enough adjustment already to accomidate the mild change in suspension geometry. Most cars can be lowered about 1.5 inches without complications.
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Just to clarify, you can adjust the rear camber of the Lancer, but not the front unless you have a kit. But once again, you don't need it with Eibach springs.
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But make sure you get an alignment from a good shop. I put my Eibachs in about 8 months ago and never got an alignment. Between 70 and 85 I get a bad shake but my tires wear fine. I have to get an alignment soon.
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