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[Dave-C]

I'd love to go to WIM, too far from Stoke!  

We have ABP near to us which is over the border in Cheshire, I've heard some really good reports for this place, anyone heard any to the adverse?

Can someone clarify the front camber settings, I'm aware that the VX ones are WRONG  hence the many reports of inner edge wear!

I have actually straightened up my camber somewhat, but, it's not smack on by any means

Due a pair of tyres for the MOT so I want to get it right, I don't trust the Monkeys at our local dealers  

If someone could post up the details I'd be jolly greatful...

Cheers

DC

[Jimbob]

All I'm saying is I drove past Stoke on my way to WIM.

IMHO it IS worth the trip.

Most places set to within range, which just isnt good enough on the omega.

I wasted money on this twice before making the trip.

Reckon the tyre savings more than pay for the petrol.

[HerefordElite]

if you can't make it to WIM then you'll have to go for a local and get it set to -1deg40, just make sure they get it equal both sides and not just in the green range on their comp because there is too much tolerance  

[Loch View]

I'd love to go to WIM too but in my case well over 400 miles 1 way is not really an option  

[TheBoy]

I'd love to go to WIM too but in my case well over 400 miles 1 way is not really an option  

One of the Scottish admins made the trip  

[Loch View]

  lol..well, I think I'd rather have a look around in the area. I'm positive WIM isn't the only place in the UK that is good  

[Loch View]

Or...
I'm going to buy a camber gauge and have a go at it myself  

[Jimbob]

lol..well, I think I'd rather have a look around in the area. I'm positive WIM isn't the only place in the UK that is good  

You may start thinking differently id we all list the places we tried BEFORE getting it done properly at WIM.

Its not just a case of being good, its understanding Geometry, and knowing where the manufactures settings are wrong once a car is a few years old.

They have proved their worth time and time again.

I have had 3 omegas, I have made the long trip twice, and woulndt hessitat to do it again.

I just wish i could find someone local who can do it properly.

Local garage have the same gear as WIM, just not a clue how to use it properly.  

[Jimbob]

Dont forget Camber is just a small part of full geometry, which when set correctly totally transforms a cars handling.

[TheBoy]

lol..well, I think I'd rather have a look around in the area. I'm positive WIM isn't the only place in the UK that is good  

Yeah, I thought the same as well.  I spent a fortune on checks (and regular new tyres at £100 per corner), before I bit the bullet and went done there.

Worth contacting them - they may have recommended places near you

[TheBoy]

Member here as well btw, wheels-inmotion

[Loch View]

I have no doubt they understand their business. 1 question though...isn't it true that the settings on the Omega gradually go worse over the years?
Which basically would mean that a full geometry set-up is pretty much a waste unless you replace all parts involved. ie. springs, wishbones, etc etc

[Andy B]

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Worth contacting them - they may have recommended places near you

Richard went to a place in Bolton ..... wish I'd gone there, as I'm still not convinced with mine that was done in Oldham  :-/

[Jimbob]

I have no doubt they understand their business. 1 question though...isn't it true that the settings on the Omega gradually go worse over the years?
Which basically would mean that a full geometry set-up is pretty much a waste unless you replace all parts involved. ie. springs, wishbones, etc etc

Yes....unless you go to someone who has revised the figures for an older car....Just like WIM

[Loch View]

Thanks The Boy. I'll contact them