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hairlesshobo · 12-26-2011, 11:55 PM

Since I am getting started with suspension work, I am also planning to start doing my own alignments. For one, i hate paying 75-100 bucks a pop for an alignment, and for two, I have yet to find a shop around here that actually knows what they are doing.

What I would like to know is what caster/camber gauge do you guys recommend? I don't mind spending up to about $200 for one as long as I know it is a good one. I am looking for something that will work on my truck as well as passenger cars and other non-commercial vehicles. Also, bubble vs digital, what does everyone prefer?

Any pointers are greatly appreciated!
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hairlesshobo · 12-27-2011, 11:16 AM

I found this one on Jegs and it appears to be a pretty good one. Does anyone know if this is worth buying?

http://www.jegs.com/i/Intercomp/541/102010/10002/-1

**robnolimit** · 12-27-2011, 04:39 PM

Thats a good guage, if you get it, add the thread adapter for the GM spindle. Also, check out the fasttrack guage, it may be easier depending on your wheel choice.

hairlesshobo · 12-27-2011, 04:53 PM

Since I've never used or even seen one of these caster/camber gauges in real life, can you explain what the benefit of thread adapter vs. magnetic would be?

Spla'nin · 12-27-2011, 06:15 PM

Saw this when shoppin' around...their pdf instructions on line maybe helpful.

http://www.longacreracing.com/catalo...st.asp?catid=5

hairlesshobo · 12-27-2011, 07:24 PM

Very nice! I like the looks of that one, especially since it can read a higher positive caster value that the one that I found. I think that's the one I am going to go with. I also now realize what the spindle adapter is for. I think what I will do is go ahead and order the gauge, magnetic adapter, case, and gm adapter and then down the road i can buy that quickset adapter that will let me put it on the outside of the rim.

Thanks for the help guys!

**robnolimit** · 12-28-2011, 01:14 AM

The mag base attatches to the snout face of the rotor. If you have the thread adapter, you can mount off the end of the spindle. This is a benefit during construction. And, it's cheap to add. Some wheels do not allow the mag base to fit up to the rotor. So, then the wheel mount looka good.

12-26-2011, 11:55 PM	#1
hairlesshobo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 150	What caster/camber gauge is good? Since I am getting started with suspension work, I am also planning to start doing my own alignments. For one, i hate paying 75-100 bucks a pop for an alignment, and for two, I have yet to find a shop around here that actually knows what they are doing. What I would like to know is what caster/camber gauge do you guys recommend? I don't mind spending up to about $200 for one as long as I know it is a good one. I am looking for something that will work on my truck as well as passenger cars and other non-commercial vehicles. Also, bubble vs digital, what does everyone prefer? Any pointers are greatly appreciated! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawty: '84 C10 Silverado SWB, 700r4, SBC 350 - 4 bolt main, bored 60 over w/ Weiand aluminum intake and moderate cam, 2" true dual exhaust, Thrush mufflers, 3.42:1 gears -- Build Thread The Tranny (wrecked ): '86 Trans Am, SBC 350 (now in above truck), Borg-Warner T-5, 2" true dual, Thrush mufflers, 2.73:1 gears

12-27-2011, 11:16 AM	#2
hairlesshobo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 150	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? I found this one on Jegs and it appears to be a pretty good one. Does anyone know if this is worth buying? http://www.jegs.com/i/Intercomp/541/102010/10002/-1 __________________ Shawty: '84 C10 Silverado SWB, 700r4, SBC 350 - 4 bolt main, bored 60 over w/ Weiand aluminum intake and moderate cam, 2" true dual exhaust, Thrush mufflers, 3.42:1 gears -- Build Thread The Tranny (wrecked ): '86 Trans Am, SBC 350 (now in above truck), Borg-Warner T-5, 2" true dual, Thrush mufflers, 2.73:1 gears

12-27-2011, 04:39 PM	#3
robnolimit Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Dandridge, Tn. USA Posts: 2,226	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? Thats a good guage, if you get it, add the thread adapter for the GM spindle. Also, check out the fasttrack guage, it may be easier depending on your wheel choice. __________________ GoodGuys 2012 Pro-Truck Champion 2012 Truckin' Throwdown Champion GoodGuys 2011 National Champion 2011 Truckin' Throwdown Champion GoodGuys 2010 National Champion Proud to put our products up against all others!

12-27-2011, 04:53 PM	#4
hairlesshobo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 150	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? Since I've never used or even seen one of these caster/camber gauges in real life, can you explain what the benefit of thread adapter vs. magnetic would be? __________________ Shawty: '84 C10 Silverado SWB, 700r4, SBC 350 - 4 bolt main, bored 60 over w/ Weiand aluminum intake and moderate cam, 2" true dual exhaust, Thrush mufflers, 3.42:1 gears -- Build Thread The Tranny (wrecked ): '86 Trans Am, SBC 350 (now in above truck), Borg-Warner T-5, 2" true dual, Thrush mufflers, 2.73:1 gears

12-27-2011, 06:15 PM	#5
Spla'nin Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cascadia, Wa Posts: 28	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? Saw this when shoppin' around...their pdf instructions on line maybe helpful. http://www.longacreracing.com/catalo...st.asp?catid=5 __________________ '76 SB 350 400

12-27-2011, 07:24 PM	#6
hairlesshobo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 150	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? Very nice! I like the looks of that one, especially since it can read a higher positive caster value that the one that I found. I think that's the one I am going to go with. I also now realize what the spindle adapter is for. I think what I will do is go ahead and order the gauge, magnetic adapter, case, and gm adapter and then down the road i can buy that quickset adapter that will let me put it on the outside of the rim. Thanks for the help guys! __________________ Shawty: '84 C10 Silverado SWB, 700r4, SBC 350 - 4 bolt main, bored 60 over w/ Weiand aluminum intake and moderate cam, 2" true dual exhaust, Thrush mufflers, 3.42:1 gears -- Build Thread The Tranny (wrecked ): '86 Trans Am, SBC 350 (now in above truck), Borg-Warner T-5, 2" true dual, Thrush mufflers, 2.73:1 gears

12-28-2011, 01:14 AM	#7
robnolimit Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Dandridge, Tn. USA Posts: 2,226	Re: What caster/camber gauge is good? The mag base attatches to the snout face of the rotor. If you have the thread adapter, you can mount off the end of the spindle. This is a benefit during construction. And, it's cheap to add. Some wheels do not allow the mag base to fit up to the rotor. So, then the wheel mount looka good. __________________ GoodGuys 2012 Pro-Truck Champion 2012 Truckin' Throwdown Champion GoodGuys 2011 National Champion 2011 Truckin' Throwdown Champion GoodGuys 2010 National Champion Proud to put our products up against all others!



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