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    5/30/2021 10:15 AM  #1

    Nos681
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    Control arm design...camber

    I have read multiple times over the years to shorten the control arms.

    Makes sense for additional tire clearance....BUT

    I am using stock style upper and lower control arms on the 65 with Arning/Shelby 1” drop.
    I have plenty of camber without the use of shims.

    So in essence, I would only need to shorten the lower control arms.
    Will need to get information on my shim stacks to figure out a solution.

    I had plenty of thinking time while driving past couple of weeks.

     

    5/30/2021 10:29 AM  #2

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    So is your goal more tire room? Are your tires rubbing now?

    Bob. 69 Mach 1, 393W, SMOD Toploader, Armstrong  steering, factory AC.
     

    5/30/2021 10:36 AM  #3

    Nos681
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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    Minimize shims for camber with a stock style setup.

    Most of shims are for camber not caster correction.
    I will have to measure and verify.

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    5/30/2021 10:54 AM  #4

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    A better solution IMHO would be to add a camber kit.  Then you can shim for caster and use the kit for camber.

    If it isn't broken...modify it anyway! http://www.DazeCars.com https://galaxieforum.boardhost.com
     

    5/30/2021 1:56 PM  #5

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    Daze wrote:

    A better solution IMHO would be to add a camber kit.  Then you can shim for caster and use the kit for camber.

    What camber kits are available for 65-66?

    Bob. 69 Mach 1, 393W, SMOD Toploader, Armstrong  steering, factory AC.
     

    5/30/2021 3:45 PM  #6

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    Bearing Bob wrote:

    Daze wrote:

    A better solution IMHO would be to add a camber kit.  Then you can shim for caster and use the kit for camber.

    What camber kits are available for 65-66?

    Open tracker racing sells the kits for 65-66 stangs

     

    5/30/2021 4:09 PM  #7

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    josh-kebob wrote:

    Bearing Bob wrote:

    Daze wrote:

    A better solution IMHO would be to add a camber kit.  Then you can shim for caster and use the kit for camber.

    What camber kits are available for 65-66?

    Open tracker racing sells the kits for 65-66 stangs

    Ah ok, for the lower arm. Was foolishly thinking upper arm application. Shoulda googled it. Thanks.

    Bob. 69 Mach 1, 393W, SMOD Toploader, Armstrong  steering, factory AC.
     

    5/30/2021 4:09 PM  #8

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    Bearing Bob wrote:

    Daze wrote:

    A better solution IMHO would be to add a camber kit.  Then you can shim for caster and use the kit for camber.

    What camber kits are available for 65-66?

    Yes as Josh said Opentracker sells them and I have one of his kits I didn't end up using if you are intereseted NOS681.


    The kit I have is identical to the one pictured except the "keys" are not slotted.  A little harder to install but a little more solid once installed.  I would make you a good deal on it if you want.

     

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    5/30/2021 5:02 PM  #9

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    I wouldn't waste time shortening the stock control arms.  The Shelby drop gives a great camber curve and a greater degree of caster.  Gaining tire clearance for giant tires requires more than monkeying with the control arms.  The tires are going to hit the sheetmetal, etc.

    On an early car I'd go to adjustable strut rods and use the kit Daze noted.  That should easily do all you need without the time and risk of messing with the control arms themselves. 

     

    5/30/2021 6:41 PM  #10

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    Re: Control arm design...camber

    Sorry didn’t answer question about tires.
    No tire rub, fenders are rolled.
    I am currently using 18”x7.5” w/5.75” bs (with 1” spacer).

    My spare tire was field tested a few days ago on the rear.
    18”x8” w/6” bs (with 1” spacer)
    I reshaped the front edge of inner wheel well several years ago.

    Will check fit of spare on front when I get a chance.
    While rebuilding and modifying front suspension, made clearance to upper ball joint.
    5” bs should clear with room to spare...just haven’t verified yet.

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