Alignment with SPC cam bolt kit

[Jolly Roger]

So I've decided that the 1 cut coil OEM springs are not for me after about a month on our local streets.:(
Even though I changed out the OEM shocks for KYB's it just didn't satisfy me.
My problem is now that I've reinstalled the stock height factory coils the alignment shop says that the alignment keeps slipping (with the SPC cam bolts) even though they've torqued the cam bolts to 175 ft. lbs. per the instructions.
Has anyone had a similar problem and can tell me how they solved it.
I'm ready to just go to the local dealership and buy new stockers (Cam Bolts) to go back in for a return to the alignment shop.

Suggestions/solutions.:confused:

Thanks all.

[chief455]

tac weld it.

[Zack]

tac weld it.

Perfect idea!
Steel bolts will weld securely to the aluminum crossmember!

[8UWITH6]

Perfect idea!
Steel bolts will weld securely to the aluminum crossmember!

I cant stop giggling.............. you are so rude and subtle at the same time........... LOL

Ok, back to your regularly scheduled program.

[MOTOWN]

I had the same issue, just install a flat washer , and a stainless steel lock washer, that fixed mines.

[Bad_S55]

Not trying to thread hi-jack, but do you need SPC bolts when you're lowering, or will OEM alignment bolts survive?

[Zack]

Not trying to thread hi-jack, but do you need SPC bolts when you're lowering, or will OEM alignment bolts survive?

Has nothing to do with survival.
Camber bro

[Gryphonzus]

More than likely you will need the SPC units. I have one that is lowered and one that is not and they both need them. I have installed them on one car have to perform the surgery on the other car soon. Have not had any problems with the one that is modified.

[RubberCtyRauder]

Not trying to thread hi-jack, but do you need SPC bolts when you're lowering, or will OEM alignment bolts survive?

You wont get the range of adjustment with oem when lowering. Can still be lowered but you will probably see increased inside tire wear.

[Jolly Roger]

I had the same issue, just install a flat washer , and a stainless steel lock washer, that fixed mines.

"Meanwhile back at the ranch" and my particular issue.:rolleyes:
MOTOWN,
how do the flat and lock washers have to be positioned to cure my problem?
Thanks.

[Zack]

You can always just tighten the nut more than the recommended spec.

[fastblackmerc]

You can always just tighten the nut more than the recommended spec.

SHHHHHHHHHHH!!!

Don't give away all our secrets!

[chief455]

Perfect idea!
Steel bolts will weld securely to the aluminum crossmember!

And I've been :fishslap:
Sorry, OP - this has worked well for me on STEEL crossmember cars:shake:

[justbob]

Perfect idea!

Steel bolts will weld securely to the aluminum crossmember!


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[chief455]

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yes, and it works.
Guessing the OP, or the alignment tech, won't want to get involved in an uncommon welding trick for a bolt on the alignment rack though ;)

[Fly007]

You WILL need the SPC bolts after lowering.

Wonder if you could drill the bolt head and safety wire the bolt to hold it in position. Use some .040" Wire would be plenty strong, drill a small hole in the crossmember to safety to......