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Old 03-26-2010, 01:24 PM   #1
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suspension adjustments

So I have a couple of 97's and a 2000 GMC. The front tires of the 97 & 2000 4wd seem to be cupped in at the bottom and are wearing more on the outside edges. Toe in is fine. It's the camber that seems to be off a bit. They drive great. It's just the tire wear. Yes they are inflated properly and no loose components in the suspension. Can a guy buy just the adjustment eccentrics at a parts store and get er close himself? How are they sold, in specific degrees? The 4wd have the same knockout setup as the 2wd?
The alignment shops charge a good penny for knockouts and bolt kits. I'd like to do this myself.
Once the knockouts are out it's just a matter of changing the eccentric to get the right setting? Same deal on the 2000?
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Old 03-27-2010, 08:12 AM   #2
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Re: suspension adjustments

Yes, you could remove the upper control arm bolts, knock out the tabs, and install the cams/eccentric bolts. Get it close? I seriously doubt it. When we do this at my shop, we use a tool offered by Snap On and others. This knock out tool makes quick work of the tabs. They can be removed with a air chisel, but think you would be glad you paid someone if you are going to do this without air tools.
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Old 03-27-2010, 09:30 PM   #3
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Re: suspension adjustments

another thing to keep in mind is to rotate your tires about every 6000 miles
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Old 03-27-2010, 10:32 PM   #4
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Re: suspension adjustments

Yes I appreciate your input fellas. I am well aware of how to get the mileage from my tires thank you. I have been setting the front end alignment on my trucks for years before GM went to this current arrangement. I've been getting them close enough for a long time.
My orignial question was can those eccentrics be bought separately in varying degrees. Thank you.
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