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Thread: Truck alignment specs?

  1. 08-08-2006 10:20 PM #1
    allan5oh
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    Default Truck alignment specs?

    I recently got an alignment done on my truck and the mechanic said the front axle was "within" spec. What are the "proper" specs or range of specs for the front axle? Does this vary a lot by manufacturer?

    Camber is .4 and .0
    Caster is 1.8 and 2.8
    toe is .04 and .03 for a "total" of .06 (I guess due to rounding)
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  2. 09-06-2006 07:01 PM #2
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    Those specs are ok. I personally would like the toe to be straight ahead and a little higher on the caster. Gives a little better road feel but your ok
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  3. 09-06-2006 08:44 PM #3
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    According to meritor, toe should be 1/16 inch, and I think .06 is right at that.

    I thought the same too about the caster, I guess the guy didn't want to put any shims in!
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  4. 09-13-2006 02:10 AM #4
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    How much caster do you recommend? 3 degrees? 3.5?
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  5. 09-18-2006 08:08 PM #5
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    what kinda truck is ?
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  6. 09-19-2006 01:28 AM #6
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    99 volvo 770, meritor front axle.
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