RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 I just got home and my LCA's were waiting for me on my doorstep. I'm going to get it aligned tomorrow. I decided I'm going to try out -1.4 front -1.0 rear. We shall see.http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/25/huba5anu.jpg Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 :lol: The alignment guy blamed the Bilsteins for not getting the camber the same on both rears.....this when there is no rear camber adjustment on our cars from the factory anyway. The problem with that is he's a Certified Subaru tech Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 The problem with that is he's a Certified Subaru tech Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Oh...then it must be within spec! "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Oh...then it must be within spec! I saw that coming a mile away! Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/25/upeja2yd.jpg Today's alignment results. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk What's your setup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerophool Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I just got home and my LCA's were waiting for me on my doorstep. I'm going to get it aligned tomorrow. I decided I'm going to try out -1.4 front -1.0 rear. We shall see.http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/25/huba5anu.jpg Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk What's the PN on those? Current Mileage as of 19-June-15: 15012 Purchase Date: 30-June-12 Visit my profile page (visitor message section) for a brief mod. list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 What's the PN on those? I don't see a part number but this is from ISC's website http://iscsuspension-na.com/store/#!/~/product/id=28352614 Just an FYI, I bought these with the understanding that I've never seen them on a 5th gen Legacy and I never got confirmation from the manufacturer that they will fit our cars, BUT, I know of multiple people using adjustable LCA's from 08+ WRX/STI's. I guess I'll be the guinea pig with these. Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pep4Subaru Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 What's your setup? Bilstein Struts all around with Eibach Lowering Springs.... stock wheels.... 22mm spacers all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadTrainDriver Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 :lol: The alignment guy blamed the Bilsteins for not getting the camber the same on both rears.....this when there is no rear camber adjustment on our cars from the factory anyway. He's talking about the front camber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Bilstein Struts all around with Eibach Lowering Springs.... stock wheels.... 22mm spacers all around. 3 options... 1. You'll need to put in a camber bolt in the front with a larger adjustment range than stock http://www.whiteline.com.au/product_detail4.php?part_number=KCA414 or 2. get adjustable rear control arms and go with less negative camber in the rear. (like they're using above) or 3. a rear camber correction kit: http://www.whiteline.com.au/product_detail4.php?part_number=KCA326 I would go with #1 and run about -2 degrees of camber. This is close to what I run and I don't have any wear on the insides of my tires. It's too much toe that kills tire, and my car has very little toe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/25/uvu7ahy7.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/25/e8e8a3us.jpg So, they fit perfect, with one exception. The ISC was a little wider than the OEM LCA where it attached to the knuckle. I remedied that by putting a washer on each side of the bushing. It just so happened that I had washers floating around that worked perfectly so I can't give any dimensions since there was no packaging. They're very solid and well built compared to the OEM's. The first side took me about an hour and once I realized the sequence to go in, the second side took about 30 min. I haven't driven it yet so I can't give first impressions but my first drive will be straight to the alignment shop. I'll report back later on. Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Those look great Chris!! GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Thanks Joe. I'm hoping they work as good as they look Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shribob Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Looking great Chris! Hmm I'm thinking of getting these soon, may need some help putting them on =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Looking great Chris! Hmm I'm thinking of getting these soon, may need some help putting them on =) Thanks Shri! I don't know anyone close to you that could help though Sorry, I forgot to reply to your PM Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 What a difference http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/26/8enaqe5u.jpg Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Initial feedback??? "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Initial feedback??? I'm finally satisfied. The car rides exactly how I want it to. I wasn't able to push it much between the alignment shop and work but from what I felt, its perfect in turns and drives straight. The ass end feels tighter and doesn't make as much noise when hitting bumps, but that could all be in my head since I know that the LCA's are there. Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share Posted April 27, 2014 Does anyone know what our caster is set at? I noticed that it was grayed out on the alignment sheet so I'm assuming its not adjustable. Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 Does anyone know what our caster is set at? I noticed that it was grayed out on the alignment sheet so I'm assuming its not adjustable. Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk I think it is 5.5. It is not adjustable, but there is a bushing that allows some positive caster. Look at the first page of the suspension thread. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share Posted April 27, 2014 I think it is 5.5. It is not adjustable, but there is a bushing that allows some positive caster. Look at the first page of the suspension thread. After I asked that, I saw Pep's and aerophools alignment sheets and noticed they were both around what you said. It was more a curiosity question than a "I want to change it" question. Thanks Sent from my VS980 4G using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pep4Subaru Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 So go with -2 in the front and leave the rears as is? You sound as if you are sure that I'll get uneven tire wear with the current alignment. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pep4Subaru Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 3 options... 1. You'll need to put in a camber bolt in the front with a larger adjustment range than stock http://www.whiteline.com.au/product_detail4.php?part_number=KCA414 or 2. get adjustable rear control arms and go with less negative camber in the rear. (like they're using above) or 3. a rear camber correction kit: http://www.whiteline.com.au/product_detail4.php?part_number=KCA326 I would go with #1 and run about -2 degrees of camber. This is close to what I run and I don't have any wear on the insides of my tires. It's too much toe that kills tire, and my car has very little toe. I'll research option 1, thanks for your input. Because of the spacers I would think going with more negative camber in the front vs taking some out of the rear would have a better effect, correct me if I am wrong. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeZero Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 http://i.imgur.com/vsRn0ws.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
testa422 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 are these LCA's good quality? thanks http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-J2-Rear-Lower-Control-Arm-Suspension-Kit-Scion-FRS-BRZ-ZN6-08-14-WRX-STI-/121250245425?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A2008|Submodel%3AWRX&hash=item1c3b13eb31&vxp=mtr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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