I have dropped spindles on my car for 6 years at the same time put in a new
> front end, same 100mile plus torsion bars. My car 2.0 914 engine I drive
> a 80 mph all the time, 195 tires all around. Front and rear anti- sway bars
> and KYB Gas adjust shocks. Never a problem and very stable. I had it
> aligned 6 years ago. I was reading and wondering about the shims also and
> now I know for sure they are not worth it. I believe the shocks are the big
> improvement, yet tougher ride. Hay, did you guys check your steering
> damper?? Also tighten up on your steering box, remember you should have
> only 1/2" play.
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> Let's think about the whole thing, what did you do when you used the
> drop spindle, you lower the entire car. Nothing else changed. Why do you
> need shims??? I can see if you pulled it down or have another problem. >
> See below same car with dropped spindles and no KYB
> and then with KYB 6 years later..
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> > Joe Cali - Next Generation
Joe: All I can tell you is that the Hunter computerized Alignment Rack clearly showed that after installing the shims the caster angle changed from about 2 degrees negative (which it should NOT be) to about + 1.5 degrees! The handling absolutely improved!
Pete Snyder
77 Beetle
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