18 replies to this topic

[MRA]

Firstly, have you checked to see if you have hi-lo's fitted already ? it could also be worn out knuckle joints, this could also cause your Mini to sit low... However if you are happy with it being low then Hi-lo's are not required.
Secondly check to see if you have adjustable bottom arms ?
And last check those steering rod ends..............

[icklemini]

Tie bars will correct (by adjustment) any castor inaccuracies but WILL NOT correct camber this is what you are describing that your car has....

Camber *is* affected by adjusting castor though: as there is a relationship between the parts and the angles... ie: As you increase castor, increased positive camber is a side effect.

That said though: the primary function of the tierods is castor.. and the bottom arms: camber... ie dont just buy adjustable tie-rods on the hope that it will sort your camber out too once your castor is set.. (though sometimes it does work out...)

MSSK3014

That is a front and rear kit - the rear using shims to adjust rear toe.

MSSK3013 is a front and rear kit too - but the rear adjusters dont use shims..

MSSK3013 would be what i would go for if you wish to sort all four corners out.
+ the longer track rod ends.


hth,
Dave

Edited by icklemini, 06 April 2009 - 10:18 PM.

[MRA]

Tie bars will correct (by adjustment) any castor inaccuracies but WILL NOT correct camber this is what you are describing that your car has....

Camber *is* affected by adjusting castor though: as there is a relationship between the parts and the angles... ie: As you increase castor, increased positive camber is a side effect.

This is true, however I was trying to avoid confusing information..... It is important to bear in mind though

Stick to the following,

To adjust Camber lengthen or shorten bottom arms
To adjust Castor lengthen or shorten tie bars

But keep in mind that adjusting either WILL have a slight effect on the other

And don't forget to fit the longer track rod ends

Regards Martin

[Minitrio]

Thanks everyone! I'm currently fitting new head gasket, core plugs and water pump, once done i'll give the wheels a thorough inspection! Regard Darren.