Wheel Alignment

[capri_rob]

Need to get this done shortly as most of the suspension has been replaced and I don't want it eating tyres.

As I dont have an adjustable rear beam is there any point in paying for a 4 wheel alignment check or should I just get the tracking laser-checked as normal ?

Had this done ( front only laser checked ) on the Mrs car yesterday for £20 which I didnt think was too bad if it makes the tyres last longer and car handle properly.

Assuming the garage is more used to Corsa's and Mondeo's what should I be asking them to set the tracking to in terms of toe in ?

[Brianmoooore]

1.5mm - 2.0mm toe in.

[capri_rob]

Thanks Brian.

[bss325i]

The only advantage of having a full 4 wheel alignment check/adjust on an E30 with no other adjustment other than toe is to see if anything is out of spec from something being bent like a rear trailing arm, beam or front strut.

If the tyres were wearing evenly before hand then i wouldn't bother unless it was cheap enough to get done.

[redcar]

Does anyone know what value camber is decent to have up front?
Just for fast road use.

[capri_rob]

The only advantage of having a full 4 wheel alignment check/adjust on an E30 with no other adjustment other than toe is to see if anything is out of spec from something being bent like a rear trailing arm, beam or front strut.

If the tyres were wearing evenly before hand then i wouldn't bother unless it was cheap enough to get done.

Cheers Baz - that was the answer I was looking for.

Rear beam/arms were on the bronze turd and had no issues with uneven wear there.

Front needs checking now the eccentric bushes and other new bits have all been fitted.