2019 STI Track Alignment Suggestions
Max possible caster, if it's even possible to adjust without an ALK kit. Don't really wanna rotate my camber plates. Right now i have the camber maxed out on the top hats due to the wide wheels. I'm dropped about an inch on all 4, with fenders shaved/rolled flat. I think that's everything. Open to suggestions based off my setup. If there are questions that would help with your suggestions, please let me know! The car has not been corner balanced and tire pressure is adjusted at the track. I have the coilovers set to 7 clicks from full stiff front & 3 click from full stiff in the rear. Surprisingly, the car is quite smooth still and i would say still comfortable. It doesn't bounce around when taking corners hard on the street and didn't at my last track event. On my previous coilovers BC BR's w/ Swift springs, anywhere near full stiff and you would be bouncing off your seat. The FA Coils are quite the opposite and i will say, i'm quite impressed, the valving is MUCH better.
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