adjustable camber bolts? - Toyota Yaris Forums

b20vteg · 08-19-2012, 02:00 PM

hai gaiz, i tried to search for camber bolts, but didn't really get the answer i'm looking for, so i'm hoping you guys can help me:

i'm planning to lower my 2012 liftback on tein s-techs, but was wondering if camber bolts would be needed for a 2" drop on stock steelies and tires? i also plan on running 205/50/15 tires when i get rims... would i need camber bolts then? for a 2" drop, i shouldn't need negative camber, should i?

cali yaris · 08-19-2012, 02:09 PM

You won't need camber bolts with that set up. -1 degrees or so really feels good though, improves handling and does not affect tire wear.

If you decide you want the bolts, I stock them:
http://shop.microimageonline.com/Adj...olts-81270.htm

And if you need help with your new wheels/tires when the time comes, I hope we can help you get those as well.

b20vteg · 08-19-2012, 04:22 PM

thanks! another quick question - would i have to cut the bump stops using stock shocks/struts on s-techs?

1.5 · 08-19-2012, 05:25 PM

No you will not NEED the camber bolts but they help tuck your tires/wheels a little and improve handling as Garm has stated.

Yes you will need to cut them. Cut along the urethane bushing portion in the middle.

packetrace · 08-19-2012, 05:30 PM

I have tein s-tech and never cut the bump stop or anything :O what does it helps to ?

b20vteg · 08-19-2012, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by packetrace

I have tein s-tech and never cut the bump stop or anything :O what does it helps to ?

if i'm not mistaken, cutting the bump stops on stock shocks/struts gives you a bit more room, so you don't "bottom out" so easily - less harsh ride.

fnkngrv · 08-19-2012, 06:16 PM

Just as a heads up if you decide to take the car to check out the alignment after the drop beware that the shop will most likely try to talk you into something like shims or bolts that you don't need unless they are a pretty good shop. As Garm said, -1 to -1.2 degrees feels fine and really won't affect your tires.

1.5 · 08-19-2012, 06:20 PM

The bump stops will cause tour atruts to bottom out and could lead to blown struts in the long run.

cali yaris · 08-19-2012, 07:30 PM

#4 #6 #8

packetrace · 08-19-2012, 07:34 PM

When I will change shocks Ill check that...or maybe coilover like yours :P

chaditotx · 08-22-2012, 09:41 AM

nice... I was about to search the forum, because I had the same question. Easiest search I have ever had. No camber bolts on the S techs. Can anyone attest to their durability? I don't want springs to sag. If there is a better option I am in.

cali yaris · 08-22-2012, 09:47 AM

^ The Teins are a relatively soft spring, designed mostly for drop/stance/looks, and less for performance. You definitely want to cut your bump stops with that spring so your struts/shocks don't bottom out.

I don't think we have many reports of the Teins sagging, but you will wear your struts and shocks out sooner (shorter travel due to a lowered car).

When that happens, or sooner (recommended for a better driving experience!), I would suggest Tokico blues, an upgrade from the OEM struts/shocks.

As for camber bolts, they won't affect the longevity of your springs, as they serve a different purpose.

b20vteg · 08-22-2012, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

When that happens, or sooner (recommended for a better driving experience!), I would suggest Tokico blues, an upgrade from the OEM struts/shocks.

that's exactly what i plan to do... rock stock until tax return, then i'm going with the blues...

08-19-2012, 02:00 PM	#1
b20vteg no show, no go :( Drives: 2012 yaris 3dr hb Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: maricopa, az Posts: 369	adjustable camber bolts? hai gaiz, i tried to search for camber bolts, but didn't really get the answer i'm looking for, so i'm hoping you guys can help me: i'm planning to lower my 2012 liftback on tein s-techs, but was wondering if camber bolts would be needed for a 2" drop on stock steelies and tires? i also plan on running 205/50/15 tires when i get rims... would i need camber bolts then? for a 2" drop, i shouldn't need negative camber, should i?

08-19-2012, 02:09 PM	#2
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	You won't need camber bolts with that set up. -1 degrees or so really feels good though, improves handling and does not affect tire wear. If you decide you want the bolts, I stock them: http://shop.microimageonline.com/Adj...olts-81270.htm And if you need help with your new wheels/tires when the time comes, I hope we can help you get those as well. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

08-19-2012, 05:30 PM	#5
packetrace Drives: Yaris Sedan 2009 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Quebec Posts: 566	I have tein s-tech and never cut the bump stop or anything :O what does it helps to ? __________________ Interior:ALL red, black roof Exterior:RTX scorpion painted GOLD, side and rear visor, oem spoiler, MI mesh grill, Hella supertone horn, RS badge, Vios badge, CF pillar, Led mirror cover, fog light HID 3000k, Projector retrofit HID 8000K Performance :MI CrankPulley, Tein springs, UR and TRD bar, TURBO IN PROGRESS Audio : Pionner DEH-80PRS, HAT L1V2, PowerBass 1100.5X 5 channel amp

08-19-2012, 06:16 PM	#7
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	Just as a heads up if you decide to take the car to check out the alignment after the drop beware that the shop will most likely try to talk you into something like shims or bolts that you don't need unless they are a pretty good shop. As Garm said, -1 to -1.2 degrees feels fine and really won't affect your tires. __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

08-19-2012, 07:30 PM	#9
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	#4 #6 #8 __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

08-19-2012, 04:22 PM	#3
b20vteg no show, no go :( Drives: 2012 yaris 3dr hb Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: maricopa, az Posts: 369	thanks! another quick question - would i have to cut the bump stops using stock shocks/struts on s-techs?

08-19-2012, 05:25 PM	#4
1.5 Form>Function Drives: 07 Flint Sedan Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,018	No you will not NEED the camber bolts but they help tuck your tires/wheels a little and improve handling as Garm has stated. Yes you will need to cut them. Cut along the urethane bushing portion in the middle. __________________ Instagram: @southernstreets_phil Facebook.com/southernstreetsempire

08-19-2012, 06:20 PM	#8
1.5 Form>Function Drives: 07 Flint Sedan Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,018	The bump stops will cause tour atruts to bottom out and could lead to blown struts in the long run. __________________ Instagram: @southernstreets_phil Facebook.com/southernstreetsempire

08-19-2012, 07:34 PM	#10
packetrace Drives: Yaris Sedan 2009 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Quebec Posts: 566	When I will change shocks Ill check that...or maybe coilover like yours :P __________________ Interior:ALL red, black roof Exterior:RTX scorpion painted GOLD, side and rear visor, oem spoiler, MI mesh grill, Hella supertone horn, RS badge, Vios badge, CF pillar, Led mirror cover, fog light HID 3000k, Projector retrofit HID 8000K Performance :MI CrankPulley, Tein springs, UR and TRD bar, TURBO IN PROGRESS Audio : Pionner DEH-80PRS, HAT L1V2, PowerBass 1100.5X 5 channel amp

08-22-2012, 09:41 AM	#11
chaditotx Drives: 2007 3dr hb 5sp Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Antone, Tx Posts: 117	nice... I was about to search the forum, because I had the same question. Easiest search I have ever had. No camber bolts on the S techs. Can anyone attest to their durability? I don't want springs to sag. If there is a better option I am in.

08-22-2012, 09:47 AM	#12
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	^ The Teins are a relatively soft spring, designed mostly for drop/stance/looks, and less for performance. You definitely want to cut your bump stops with that spring so your struts/shocks don't bottom out. I don't think we have many reports of the Teins sagging, but you will wear your struts and shocks out sooner (shorter travel due to a lowered car). When that happens, or sooner (recommended for a better driving experience!), I would suggest Tokico blues, an upgrade from the OEM struts/shocks. As for camber bolts, they won't affect the longevity of your springs, as they serve a different purpose. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

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