Help with shocks and strut setup

[Marven]

Hey Guys,

I got a huge problem...I lowered my E34 with springs from BMA but it's chewing up my tires big time - it's even starting to rub with the stock 15" rims...I never changed the shocks though and I think that's where my problem is...I am going to check Bruno's site but can the others tell me what they have done and/or what set up they have used...

Thx
M.

[MOTRONIX]

i take it you havent performed a 4 wheel alignment when the springs were installed? if not, get it done , thats the reason why you are chewing tires up. when the car is lowered you are going to increase negative camber, and thus cause the toe specs to go out to lunch. they have to be adjusted to spec or 'other' specs to improve tire wear. but unfortunatly only toe can be adjusted on the front only, if your car doesnt have bushing adjustment kits throughout the chassis. the car will drive a hell of alot better when its aligned

dave

[Marven]

Originally Posted by MOTRONIX

i take it you havent performed a 4 wheel alignment when the springs were installed? if not, get it done , thats the reason why you are chewing tires up. when the car is lowered you are going to increase negative camber, and thus cause the toe specs to go out to lunch. they have to be adjusted to spec or 'other' specs to improve tire wear. but unfortunatly only toe can be adjusted on the front only, if your car doesnt have bushing adjustment kits throughout the chassis. the car will drive a hell of alot better when its aligned

dave

Sorry I took so long to reply....I had an alignment done.....but it seemed like a cheap place - should I have it done again? Any recommendations that does it specically on lowered cars?

M.

[Bruno]

Originally Posted by MOTRONIX

i take it you havent performed a 4 wheel alignment when the springs were installed? if not, get it done , thats the reason why you are chewing tires up. when the car is lowered you are going to increase negative camber, and thus cause the toe specs to go out to lunch. they have to be adjusted to spec or 'other' specs to improve tire wear. but unfortunatly only toe can be adjusted on the front only, if your car doesnt have bushing adjustment kits throughout the chassis. the car will drive a hell of alot better when its aligned

dave

As stated, the alignment won't change much. Rotating tires often or adding camber adjustable bushings or screws at the back is the only solution.

[MOTRONIX]

if its a reputable alignment shop, they should have the expereince on lowered cars. but if you would like a proper setup, let me know.

dave

[Gamite]

stupid question, but what size tires are you running?