FL5 Alignment Specs

[yeaitsahonda]

Some people on Reddit were asking for these specs. Seemed easier to attach the PDF here and figured this forum would find it helpful also.

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[madbikes]

I've been wondering about the alignment spec. I was pretty close except the Front Caster.

People swear the removal of the Strut Mount Guide Pin can yield more Front Camber. I wonder how significant of a change is there.

 

[yeaitsahonda]

I did a reading before and after removing the pins on mine. I got an additional -.3°. Highly doubt it will make a significant impact on how the car drives but I’m hoping it will keep the tires from killing the outer sidewall at the track. From my research that was an issue with the FK8.

 

[madbikes]

Sidewall stiffness is a factor. I'm sure you'll find out soon if maxing out the Front Camber is enough for the track you are driving.

 

[yeaitsahonda]

For sure. Heading to the track this weekend to see what this car is really all about!

 

[dandaman15]

Sidewall stiffness is a factor but the amount of grip the tires have will still overwhelm -1* quickly. In my old FA5 I daily drove -2.7* all the time and didn't notice any extra wear over 10k miles over what the track does. Around -2 to -2.5* is a decent compromise between daily drive ability, track performance, and tire life.

 

[yeaitsahonda]

Yea I'd love to get some more camber in it but I also really want to keep the car as stock as possible. I'll run this year and if it's killing tires I'll look into fixing it over next winter.

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