Welcome, fellow car enthusiasts, to a marvelous journey into the world of stance cars, where some of us throw practicality out the window and embrace the extreme side of automotive customization. Today, we're exploring the art of achieving excessive negative camber, because who needs tires that touch the ground, right? Buckle up, grab your sense of humor, and let's dive into the wonderful world of camber arms, angle kits, Camber bolts, Camber plates, Camber sleeves, and extended arms!
The Camber Conundrum:
Ah, negative camber, that term that makes non-enthusiasts scratch their heads in confusion. Picture this: you're cruising down the street and people are whispering, "Is that guy driving sideways?" It's time to make that dream a reality! But first, let's understand the basics.
Camber Arms: The Secret Sauce:
Camber arms, those beautiful little contraptions, are designed to give your suspension system the flexibility it needs to reach excessive negative camber. Think of them as the eccentric aunt who always throws the best parties. They'll help you achieve that perfect "I'm about to drift into outer space" look.
Extended Arms: Stretching the Limits:
Now, if you're feeling extra adventurous and want to take your negative camber game to the next level, extended arms are the way to go. These bad boys will elongate your suspension arms, allowing you to push the boundaries of what's considered "normal." Remember, though, it's all about finding that sweet spot between functionality and pure stanceness.
Camber bolts : Pocket Friendly
Camber Bolts are used to adjust the camber of your car and they are most likely one of the most cost efficient ways to achieve camber, now you can't get excessive camber with these bolts, but they can definitely help in achieving it.
Camber Sleeves : Specialized Camber
Camber Sleeves are a special way to chnage your vehicles camber and most of the time to require these it will need to be custom fabricated but there are some shops out there that support certain vehicles. These sleeves replace the bottom half of your strut to give you that desired amount of camber.
Camber Plates : Easy Way Out
Another easy way to achieve negative camber is by purchasing camber plates or different plates than the ones that were oem on your struts. These are another way that won't break the bank much to get more camber.
Angle Kits
Angle kits are the magic wands of the stance car world. They allow you to adjust your suspension's geometry to achieve the desired negative camber. Just remember, the more you crank it, the more sideways glances you'll get (pun intended).
Safety First, Always:
While we're having a good time learning, it's crucial to mention that modifying your suspension system demands utmost care. Excessive negative camber can compromise handling, tire wear, and overall safety. So, before you go full-on Sideways Steve, make sure you know what you are doing.