Originally Posted by
THETESTER
I have read many of the forum Q+A and am seeking clarification on my problem with the rear tyres on my UK Crossfire.
I have always understood that excessive inner wear on the rear tyres is a problem on our cars, but I must admit I have never really seen any evidence of this issue on my car......until yesterday.
Both rear inner edges are excessively worn, to the point they will be illegal in a few thousand miles.
I have booked the car into my local tyre centre for two new rears and a 4 wheel alignment check .
I have checked the springs, shocks and they appear to be OK. Is there anything else that should be checked before hand or will resetting the alignment(s) be sufficient. Can all rear settings of Camber, Caster and Toe be adjusted?
I am aware of the camber kit(s), but have not got a clue how they work.
Cheers
From the factory only toe is adjustable in the front and rear. The easiest after market adjustment kits for the Crossfire are replacing the factory suspension bolts either on the "A" frame lower suspension in the front or the upper center link that controls camber in the rear with "eccentric" bolts. It is an easy and rather inexpensive fix.
The cars are about 20 years old now and suspension bushings can be getting soft. On the rear the lower control had especially soft bushing. Replacing them merely requires the purchase of that particular suspension arm and they are not all that expensive.