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Old 08-08-2006, 05:20 PM
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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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Old 09-06-2006, 02:01 PM
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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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Old 09-06-2006, 03:44 PM
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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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Old 09-12-2006, 09:10 PM
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How much caster do you recommend? 3 degrees? 3.5?
 
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Old 09-18-2006, 03:08 PM
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what kinda truck is ?
 
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Old 09-18-2006, 08:28 PM
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99 volvo 770, meritor front axle.
 
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