I just ordered my Eibach Sportline Lowering Springs for my 07 Balt LS coupe. I'd like to know whether or not I need to order a front camber kit.

- Do I need a camber kit?

- If so, which camber kit should I buy?

Kit No. 1

Kit No. 2

If I am not mistaken, I should go with the 2nd kit, right?

Thanks for all your help, guys.

 

I recommend getting a camber kit. You want #2

#1 is for drops only up to 1.5" you will be dropped more than that in an LS.

 

Ordered. Thanks. I'll post pictures up soon. Is it difficult to install the camber kit myself?

 

they are not difficult to install at all. when you remove your stock struts and you remove the strut to knuckle bolts replace the strut when you are done changing the spring and use the camber bolts as a replacement strut to knuckle bolt.

It is going to be near impossible to align the cam bolts up close to where the strut was in the first place since these bolts have a HUGE range of adjustment. so what i suggest is take grease pen and mark an outline around where the strut is connected to the steering knuckle so you can somewhat get the camber somewhat close enough to make it driveable so you can get it to the alignment shop.

 

Do you need to install camber kits on rear too??

 

No not at all.

 

you dont need camber kits at all. only your toe is out when you lower your cobalt. vcamber kits are required if you autocross mostly.

 

I hate to sound like a n00b, but could someone give a more detailed explanation on these?

Honestly I didn't even see all of these other camber threads... I found an explanation from Halfcent... so nvm

 

Quote: Originally Posted by SSKevinSCJust ordered Eibach Sportlines. Should I have gotten a Camber Kit Also If so can I Install this myself ?

No = not needed, and No cause you NEED an alignment check after. And I know many have posted, "oh I just did them and its fine." Well I'm a perfectionist and every time I adjust my suspensio or take apart anyhting on the suspesion I at least have it checked; so as not to wear out tires or bearings.


Quote: Originally Posted by gRuNg3b0yMight be a stupid question but do you need camber kits in the rear too?? I could only find front camber kits..

Solid axle doesnt need one, if it does its cause the rear axle is bent. (using shims to correct)

The only reason any cobalt needs a camber kit is if its been in an accident, or if youre like me and using it for racing and want a lot of neg camber on the front. Many threads on sportlines and ksports and others very low do not need camber bolts to be within alignment spec not to wear the tires.