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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 05:24 PM
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I currently have Tein H-tech springs on my car and am planning on installing the Tociko shocks and struts. I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to also get a camber kit to help prevent uneven tread wear. If so.. what is a good quality but still relatively reasonably priced camber kit?

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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 05:27 PM
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 05:41 PM
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i'll take that as a no i suppose. wonder why my toyo proxe 4's are bald after one year then.
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Did you get an alignment after you were lowered? rotate your tires regularly? how many miles did you drive in a year?

The answer to those question will probably tell you why your proxes are worn so low already.
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I just want to prevent uneven wear. So I should be fine with just the springs and shocks & struts?
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As long as you have a proper alignment, regularly check your tire pressure, and rotate your tires when it is needed then you will be fine.
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I am slammed on B&G coilovers. I mean SLAMMED.

The sears auto place was able to get me around -1 camber with the stock adjustors, and they fixed my toe.

Been going for a while now and my tires are wearing fine.
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