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RE: measuring toe-in

To: "'Rick Neves'" <Rick@genomictechnologies.com>,
Subject: RE: measuring toe-in
From: "Michael Salter" <michaelsalter@rogers.com>
Date: Thu, 16 Dec 2004 10:53:29 -0500
Hi Rick,
Actually toe in is the difference in the distance from a point on the tread
of a front tire when it is level with and in front the axle center to the to
the same position on the other front tire, compared with the same
measurement when that point is behind the axle. 
It is best to mark and measure at one point then roll the car forward and
measure again to eliminate the effect of wonky tires or bent wheels. 
Using your level system you should measure, then move forward half a
revolution and measure again, then average the results. 

Michael Salter
www.precisionsportscar.com
 

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-healeys@Autox.Team.Net [mailto:owner-healeys@Autox.Team.Net] On
Behalf Of Rick Neves
Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2004 9:53 AM
To: Healey list
Subject: measuring toe-in

I'm measuring the Toe-in on my '56 BN-2. It is driving real nice but I just 
wanted to make sure the toe-in was set within range.

I'm using a laser level that I purchased for 10$ and a 2X4. Just for kicks!

I'm getting a measurement of about 0.4 degrees and I think that corresponds 
to  around 0.09 inches toe-in.

My question is in regards to how the toe in is measured.

I guess it may seem obvious to some but, is it the distance that the forward

edge of the tire turns in relative to the center of the tire? I know that 
some people measure the rear edge and compare that to the front edge but 
then do they divide by two?
My laser level technique is kinda cool, if anybody is interested I can put 
the procedure up on my website www.RickNeves.com



Sincerely


Rick Neves
'56 BN-2



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