} I'm still wondering how easy DIY alignments are, with measuring devices
} at shadetree mechanic prices. I'm glad Keredt has access to the slap-it-
} on-and-let-the-computer-figure-it-out equipment, but that doesn't help
} me any.
}
} I suppose I just need to order that stuff out of the JC Whitney catalog
} and try it out, but it would sure be nice to find out whether you really
} need a $750 set of tools to make alignments worthwhile.
I went and checked out the smartcamber web page
(http://www.smartcamber.com/products.html).
SmartCamber Family
Our SmartCamber tool digitally measures camber and caster quickly,
easily, and repeatably. Plus, the module is removable and can be used
for measuring driveshaft, wing and suspension angles, so it is two tools
in one. Use it at home, shop or track with complete confidence. Most
effectively used with the optional Hands-Free adapter as shown.
Optional wooden carrying case available separately.
SmartCamber (12" to 18" wheels): part #1030 Only $199.95
SmartCamber II (5" to 10" wheels): part #1032 Only $199.95
It doesn't say anything more about the "optional Hands-Free adapter",
and the picture doesn't make it obvious.
$200 isn't bad, that's what about 3 or 4 alignments? Problem is the
toe-in, that tool is $770. Like a said before, a single I-beam front
end is easy, but this independent front suspension makes it a lot
tougher to do the toe-in in the driveway.
It looks easy to use this tool to set the camber, but I'm puzzled at how
the castor is measured.
This is a nice tool with a digital angle measuring device. How much
cheaper is one wit a bubble gauge, and how accurate would they be?
Frank Ball 1UR-M frankb@sr.hp.com (707) 794-4168 work
Hewlett Packard (707) 794-3038 fax (707) 538-3693 home
1212 Valley House Drive Kawi KDX200, Yamaha XT350 YZF600R Seca 750
Rohnert Park CA 94928-4999 '95 Dakota SLT Club Cab V8 5-Speed 2WD
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