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      02-19-2014, 08:15 PM   #1
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Do I need a camber kit?

Hello, I bought Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires sizes 255/35ZR18 for the rear and 225/40ZR18 for the front and I was wondering if I will need a camber kit for either just the rear or for all four tires. I have H&R Sport Springs #29187 which I haven't installed yet, I will install them when I install the tires and if so a camber kit. I have the 261 M-Sport rims which I will be using as well.



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When does one not need a camber plates?

If it's a question of fitment with your springs, you're fine.
The rear can be adjusted to just around -3 camber, stock. The front is a different story and would require camber plates to get above -2. Fixed plates like Dinan plates will put you around -2.5. I'm ball parking numbers here since there's already a lot of threads on this.
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When does one not need a camber plates?

If it's a question of fitment with your springs, you're fine.
The rear can be adjusted to just around -2* camber, stock. The front is a different story and would require camber plates to get above -1* with your aftermarket springs. Fixed plates like Dinan plates will put you around -1.5 with your springs. I'm ball parking numbers here since there's already a lot of threads on this.
Want to amend this statement for the sake of clarity. Please see closer approx. numbers in bold. In any case, your setup should be fine. Front camber plates, or a rear adjustable camber link kit would not be necessary.
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