E34: Wheel alignment parameters & tyre rotation

[ktteoh]

can someone tell me what is the default factory values for:
1. camber
2. toe in/out
3. caster

also what is the right tyre rotation pattern for a e34 given the
geometry?

[bahnstormer]

iirc the rear can't be adjusted and the default
values suck =]

go with something that applies to how you drive
lots of highway? set it up for even wear

lots of curvy roads? setup with plenty of neg camber
up front

http://www.eden.rutgers.edu/~szwarc/e34/
in there i have the bently manual it should have the specs
for you...i'm too lazy to look it up myself =]

[632 Regal]

adjust toe....have a nice day.

[ktteoh]

iirc the rear can't be adjusted and the default
values suck =]

go with something that applies to how you drive
lots of highway? set it up for even wear

lots of curvy roads? setup with plenty of neg camber
up front

http://www.eden.rutgers.edu/~szwarc/e34/
in there i have the bently manual it should have the specs
for you...i'm too lazy to look it up myself =]

it's taking a while to download the manual - could someone just provide me the parameters if they have the bentley manual.

also i need advice on the right tyre rotation pattern.

[Scott H]

Tire rotation is typically front to back only but it may also vary depending on what tire size/model you are using as they can be directional or staggared. I need to know the vehicle and it's suspension setup (stock or lowered) to get specs for you regarding toe, caster, camber, etc



it's taking a while to download the manual - could someone just provide me the parameters if they have the bentley manual.

also i need advice on the right tyre rotation pattern.

[ktteoh]

Tire rotation is typically front to back only but it may also vary depending on what tire size/model you are using as they can be directional or staggared. I need to know the vehicle and it's suspension setup (stock or lowered) to get specs for you regarding toe, caster, camber, etc

mine is a stock e34 520i 1993 model running on 195/60 R15 tyres all round.

so if you can provide me:
1. camber, caster, toe in/out, etc
2. correct rotation pattern ...

[Scott H]

you should stick to rotating tires front to back only and use the first column in these charts for your alignment specs.

http://www.hersted.org/E34%20alignment%20front%20resize.jpg

http://www.hersted.org/E34%20alignment%20rear%20resize.jpg

http://www.hersted.org/E34%20alignment%20conditions%20resize.jpg