bi22le
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| posted on 6/10/11 at 07:31 PM |
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tool to check geometry
Hi all,
Would like some advice following this post:
http://locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/28/viewthread.php?tid=161519
I am looking at this:
Digital Angle Finder Meter Protractor 2 Spirit Levels | eBay
Anyone used one? I will make up a rig to fix it to each of the wheels and check \ adjust caster camber toe.
Seems to do all I want for a little money.
Also any other advice regarding set ups, I need all of the help I need!!
Cheers all,
Biz
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britishtrident
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| posted on 6/10/11 at 07:51 PM |
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A level floor is the first requirement
Digital spirit level for camber.
Trakrite for toe across the axle
[Edited on 6/10/11 by britishtrident]
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bi22le
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| posted on 6/10/11 at 09:59 PM |
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Ah level floor is a good point!
Ill have a look at tackrite.
Thanks.
Biz
Track days ARE the best thing since sliced bread, until I get a supercharger that is!
Please read my ring story:
http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/forum/13/viewthread.php?tid=139152&page=1
Me doing a sub 56sec lap around Brands Indy. I need a geo set up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHksfvIGB3I
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907
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| posted on 7/10/11 at 09:10 AM |
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I find those a little bulky for measuring angles.
A far more versatile gauge is a Wixey. (see pic) ( £25 ish )
 
Digi angle gauge
I use mine for all sorts of things. Folding sheet metal, compound angles in the band saw,
setting up drill tables, cutting pipe bends to angles, and camber angles.
For camber I place a straight edge (I use a length of box section) on the ground just behind the wheels,
place the gauge on the box, and press the "set to zero" button.
The gauge can then be placed against the wheel and the camber measured. This makes an allowance
for the ground being out of level, if indeed it is.
Cheers
Paul G
Edit to add approx price.
[Edited on 8/10/11 by 907]
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