lowering VT ( how to ) and camber kit

[vtonp]

i recently purchased a 98 VT, the car was put back to standard height by the owner for roadworthy etc etc.
It already has shortend struts and he gave me the super lows springs to chuck in it.... is it as simple to put as every1 is telling me ?
also what sort of cost am i looking at for a camber kit ? can anyone recommend a certain brand or shop to purchase from ? ( in melbourne )


ALSO ..... after scanning my car the other day n having a tutu under the bonnet im pretty sure i need a new CAS. is this a simple task on a VT for a DIY backyard job ?

thanks

[stevesvx2001]

you can do them but there not exactly simple just get yourself a spring compressor from repco

[gslrallysport]

also what sort of cost am i looking at for a camber kit ? can anyone recommend a certain brand or shop to purchase from ?

For a VT you'll need a 4 pt Kit. We do the Whiteline one for $179 shipped to you.

Regards,
Greg

[Ozzie]

For a VT you'll need a 4 pt Kit. We do the Whiteline one for $179 shipped to you.

Regards,
Greg

This is the same as everyone else says (pedders ect...)
Why do you guys recommend a 4 point kit (camber & toe) when Holden themselves recommend just a 2 point kit (camber) for lowered vehicles?

Fair enough.. get a 4 point kit "just in case" but their more expensive and not even recommended by the manufacturer?

[And_ROOS]

Because Holden are friggin stupid, when you have it sitting really low you NEED a 4 point kit as a 2 point doesn't allow enough adjustment.

The camber kits themselves aren't expensive, its the installing. Pedders quoted me 580 for a 4 point camber kit and wheel alignment, so thats about 400 in labour when you break it down...

[Jesterarts]

^^^ Yeah... I find that pedders parts are good... but their prices and service isn't crash hot.

Anyway,

Holden recommend a 2 point because they are only able to make recommendations for a factory spec car. So they are recommending a 2 point for FE2.

Going lower, you want 4 point and in particular with the VT which has issues with back end camber.

The lowerin itself is an easy job but putting in the camber kit is a pain... plus you need to adjust it properly so this is not really a backyard job.

Only other thing, remember when your doing the back... handbrake OFF!

Good luck!

[Smashn2nd]

yeah i only put 2 point in my vx and its fine.
i have lovells super low and kyb shockys in peaced of cake to fit, but if u have shortened shocks
and standard springs i would recommend getting a spring compressor from repco like steve said makes
life easyer,

i used the brand nilothane (if thats how u spell it) and fitted them my self (wat a bitch)

[Jesterarts]

^^^ Yeah... need 2 spring compressos if you're planning on doing the job yourself. Forgot to mention that.

You have to compress the spring on both sides to SAFELY get it out.

A 2 point will do in a VX because they tweeked the rear suspension setup in them from the VT.

They added a something or other, sorry, much too drunk to remember exactly what they did.

[Smashn2nd]

yeah i think they had a small amount of ajustability on the camber from factory
in the vx.

[chrism182]

^^^ Yeah... need 2 spring compressos if you're planning on doing the job yourself. Forgot to mention that.

You have to compress the spring on both sides to SAFELY get it out.

A 2 point will do in a VX because they tweeked the rear suspension setup in them from the VT.

They added a something or other, sorry, much too drunk to remember exactly what they did.

I heard that the VX Series 1 need a 4 point because the different rear suspension didn't come in until series 2. Is that true?

[chargedvx6]

I heard that the VX Series 1 need a 4 point because the different rear suspension didn't come in until series 2. Is that true?

Yep, unless it was an HSV which got the rear toe link earlier

[Jesterarts]

I heard that the VX Series 1 need a 4 point because the different rear suspension didn't come in until series 2. Is that true?

Sorry, you are totally correct... they only introduced the suspension upgrade in the series II.

I did say I was fairly drunk when i made that post...

Article:

http://www.carpoint.com.au/reviews/2...modore-ss-3522

[gslrallysport]

I heard that the VX Series 1 need a 4 point because the different rear suspension didn't come in until series 2. Is that true?

Correct! VP-VXI IRS all NEED a 4 pt kit to do it properly. VXII Onwards can get away with a 2pt kit, but IF you're going super low, then a 4pt kit is preferred as it will give more adjustment than the half factory adjustment.

[kevo08]

Hey guys wana put super super lows in my vt but wanted to no exactly how much lower it will make it

[DarkLanDeamon]

i recently purchased a 98 VT, the car was put back to standard height by the owner for roadworthy etc etc.
It already has shortend struts and he gave me the super lows springs to chuck in it.... is it as simple to put as every1 is telling me ?
also what sort of cost am i looking at for a camber kit ? can anyone recommend a certain brand or shop to purchase from ? ( in melbourne )


ALSO ..... after scanning my car the other day n having a tutu under the bonnet im pretty sure i need a new CAS. is this a simple task on a VT for a DIY backyard job ?

thanks

i got camber kit from repco for $200 from a mate & fitted for $200 then you have to have the camber adjusted.dont try puting them in your self, use a pro.

[And_ROOS]

Pedders Frankston quoted me $580 for a 4 point camber kit and wheel alignment. Anyone gotten better?

[S.O.S]

Pedders are shocking on prices and labour, all be it they are great at what they do. But $900 for front end bushes shocking. Was to scared to ask about a camber kit.

[brohawk]

im a quallified tire fitter and wheel aligner and if you dnt wana relpace tires every few months a 4 point kit is optimum. its the same as anything do you really need the best to get results but if u want the best out of your car u need better equipment. being a wheel aligner i know from expierence that 4 point in any commodore is alot better for rear adjustment because camber will also adjust tow and vice verca for the price of a 4 point kit i know id rather spend a once off payment on that then repeated payments on tires

[AustinPD]

Hows this for a price difference I was quoted over $800.00 for a 4 point kit from on Pedders store and $590.00 from another, you better shop around but I've found the norm is between $500.00 and $600.00 but $800.00 plus is a pure rip off.

Austin..

[keeny]

replacing the springs is an easy job if you are half capable. you will need spring compressors, a few ring spanners, a socket set, a jack or 2 is better, stands, wheel nut remover, a small prybar of some kind to lever out the rear springs and about 2 hours and a few beers. afterwards a wheel alignment is required too but put ur camber kit in first.

[Highway Tyres]

rear camber kits are awesome i have found that the two inside bushes are the main bushes to replace the outside ones are good but you dont get that much more adjustemtn out of them