Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Triumph 1974 Models Wheel Alignment Guide

TRIUMPH SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)
Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, make sure tires are properly inflate. Refer to manufacturers specifications in owner's manual.

CASTER
All Models - Caster angle is not adjustable. If caster angle is not to specifications, inspect suspension system for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary.

CAMBER
All Models - Before adjusting camber angle, inspect suspension for wear or damage and repair or replace components as necessary. To adjust, raise vehicle and support chasis on jack stands. Loosen nuts securing lower control arm bracket to chassis. Add shims equally to increase camber angle. After each adjustment is made, tighten bracket to chassis, remove stands and measure camber angle.

TOE-IN
All Models (Front) - Set front wheels in straight ahead position. If adjustment is necessary, loosen steering link (tie-rod) lock nuts and gaiter clips. Rotate adjusting sleeves equal amounts until correct toe-in is obtained. Tighten lock nuts and recheck toe-in.

Spitfire (Rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts holding strut front support. Adjust as necessary by adding or removing from the shims fitted between support and body. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in.

TR6 (Rear) - If toe-in is not to specifications, loosen bolts and nuts securing trailing arm outer bracket to chassis. Add or remove shims between chassis and bracket to obtain correct toe-in. Tighten bolts and recheck toe-in. NOTE - Drive vehicle forward or backward before rechecking rear toe-in.