Camber Adjustment

[Comanche County]

I just finished a new lift and axles. I know how to adjust the alignment but I wanted to get the camber checked by a computerized alignment machine. Now I'm wondering if I should get offset upper ball joints or should I just live with it? I'm thinking 1 degree offset uppers and it should help prevent premature tire wear. I'm running about 7-8" of lift and 35" tires. Any and all input welcome! :waving:

 

Here's the results (all in degrees):

 

Caster:

Specs: 7.0 to 8.0

Left Initial: +0.4

Right Initial: 0.0

Left Final: +0.4

Right Final: 0.0

 

Camber:

Specs: -.5 to +.5

Left Initial: -0.9

Right Initial: -1.4

Left Final: -0.9

Right Final: -1.3

 

Toe:

Specs Left: -.5 to +.5

Specs Right: -.5 to +.5

Specs Total: -.15 to +.15

Left Initial: -0.8

Right Initial: -2.45

Total Initial: -3.25

Left Final: -1.65

Right Final: -1.6

Total Final: -3.25

[dasbulliwagen]

I noticed the slight negative camber too when I did my alignment after putting the dana 30 up front. I don't think I'm going to do anything about it... at least not right now. Ive heard too the the adjustable ball joints are weaker than regular ones, so I have my fears there too. I think that if it was off any more than it is I would be worried, but Ive yet to see any wear issues, so for now Ill let it go. I think mine was right near the same as yours... so take it for what its worth. Good luck!

[Bounty Hunter]

I wouldn't worry about 1º or less, and you are going to need some caster.

[Comanche County]

Yeah I'll have to adjust the uppers to get more caster. It's too freaking hot right now. Thanks for the input. I guess I'll keep a close eye on the tire wear and see how it goes.