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Old 07-23-12, 11:41 AM
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Default Ball joints and camber kit

So I've been through two sets of tires in the last two years. The most recents only lasted about 8k miles and I shreaded both fronts on the inner walls. Both insides of the rears were pretty worn as well but I should have kept an eye on the fronts. I think the rear is like 2.5 - 3.0 on camber. Not sure in the front.

Anyway, my suspension guy says he can't do anything until I get some parts. He has already set the toe to zero. He reccomended SPC adjustable ball joints for the fronts and a ket for the rear. Can you guys point me in the right direction? I'm just sure how many brands offer camber adjustment for our cars (08 IS250 AWD).

I'm looking at doing front and rear. What is the best way to go? Are there any dealers on this site with discounts? Below is what I had in mind.

http://www.iapdirect.com/spc-front-a...250-is350.html

http://www.andysautosport.com/lexus/.../megan_racing/

Yay or nay?

Thanks.
Old 07-23-12, 11:47 AM
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Ive just heard mention of FIGS control arms? Is that an option for the rear?

I'm on BC coils lowered a good bit from AWD stock. About 24 - 24.5 inches ground to wheel well.
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FIGS currently makes a set of rear adjustable lower control arms, and toe links.

http://shopfigs.com/v1/index.php?route=common/home
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Ive heard good things about FIGS but I really don't want to drop $600 on mega arms if the Megan Kit will take care of the problem for a third of the cost.
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True, but you get what you pay for. FIGS makes high quality products and I am looking to do a full bushing upgrade with their products in the future.
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Not sure if you want front and rear but SPC is the only front out there and you can do the Megan rear camber arm or the Figs Mega Arms in the rear with the Figs toe links ( I have all). Remember that the Megan pushes the top of the wheel towards the quarter panel and depending on your wheel/tire set up you may encounter problems.
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Thanks guys. Looks like it's SPC for the front at least.

I have 19x10 +36 VS-XXs with 265/30/19 in the rear. My rears are shaved. You said the Megans will push the tops of the wheels out toward the fenders to correct camber. Hopefully that'll still clear. How is that different than what the FIGS do?
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