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Old 03-14-2017, 10:05 PM   #1
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Question Alignment specs

I have an E250 2WD SMB that I've put 17x9" ET-12 rims on, so they stick out quite a bit more than stock (with 245/75/17 tires). I was wondering what alignment specs you guys like to run and what you would recommend for me.

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I thought we had a Sticky with that kind of info, but I can't find it at the moment.


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I thought we had a Sticky with that kind of info, but I can't find it at the moment.


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Please update the thread if you can find it. I did a quick search and couldn't find much related to wheel alignment.
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FWIW, this thread includes the alignment specs for my '06 E350 SMB, from when I replaced my tie rod ends.

http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/for...ends-1995.html


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Thanks, I just read through it!

It brought up some interesting questions for me.

I didn't realize SMB may have altered the suspension/steering components. It seems this may have just been for the 4x4 version (mine is RWD). Unless one of you can confirm for sure, I think a call to them is in order to figure out exactly what they changed from stock when it comes to the vehicle mechanics on my 1992 Ford E250 EB.
Edit: I spoke to them. There are no mechanical changes made by them on the 2WD models.

How is front camber adjusted?
Is front castor adjustable?
What's adjustable in the rear?
Should I just go with the stock alignment specs even if my wheels have a wider track now?


It's a little worrisome that the PF wheel has a bit of positive camber whereas the DF wheel has a bit of negative camber (at least it looks like it to me).

Any more info to answer these questions is appreciated!
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Mine was for 4x4.
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