DIY alignment adjustment
Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:56 am
I had the alignment done on my '91 L300 to these specs:
1987-1996 models
FRONT WHEELS:
toe in 0 degrees 12 mins +/- 12mins
camber 0 degrees 30 mins +/- 45 mins
caster 3 degrees +/- 1 degree
I can't find the report, but I recall the results were close and tire wear seems to be very good and even. However, the van does not want to hold a straight line when there is any crosswind. It can get quite jumpy and I find it concerning/stressful at times.
I'm thinking of just adjusting the toe-in angle by maybe 1/4 turn each side (1.5mm, .06") myself... that should improve straight line tracking, but what are the chances it will significantly increase tire wear? Or am I off track completely?
I suppose I could take it back and have it adjusted, but it's such a hassle and it seems like such a simple thing to do.
1987-1996 models
FRONT WHEELS:
toe in 0 degrees 12 mins +/- 12mins
camber 0 degrees 30 mins +/- 45 mins
caster 3 degrees +/- 1 degree
I can't find the report, but I recall the results were close and tire wear seems to be very good and even. However, the van does not want to hold a straight line when there is any crosswind. It can get quite jumpy and I find it concerning/stressful at times.
I'm thinking of just adjusting the toe-in angle by maybe 1/4 turn each side (1.5mm, .06") myself... that should improve straight line tracking, but what are the chances it will significantly increase tire wear? Or am I off track completely?
I suppose I could take it back and have it adjusted, but it's such a hassle and it seems like such a simple thing to do.