Reduce dynamic geometry in the rear

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  • econti
    E30 Enthusiast
    • May 2014
    • 1087

    #1

    Reduce dynamic geometry in the rear

    As we know the E30 has quite dramatic dynamic camber/toe in the rear.
    Is there a way to change the location of the arms so the changes aren't as bad?
    I know about the Group A subframe/arms but they're unobtainable to mere plebians such as myself.
    Or do we just have to deal with it?

    -edit-
    And what does the degree value of the trailing arm actually measure? Standard as 15 degrees and Group A as 12. Is that the angle as it attaches to the subframe, as in it's 15 or 12 degrees out from being transverse in regards to the body?
    Last edited by econti; 07-13-2014, 02:00 AM.
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  • jlevie
    R3V OG
    • Nov 2006
    • 13530

    #2
    While camber does change somewhat significantly (how much depends on spring rates), there is little change in toe with rear suspension movement.
    The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
    Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL

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    • econti
      E30 Enthusiast
      • May 2014
      • 1087

      #3
      So basically just weld in some camber/toe correctors and run stiff springs? That was pretty much my plan short of there being a fix. Just curious if there was something to help it
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      • e304me
        E30 Fanatic
        • Feb 2006
        • 1374

        #4
        There are subframe bushings that will raise the subframe so the roll center etc does not change as much when the car is lowered

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        • econti
          E30 Enthusiast
          • May 2014
          • 1087

          #5
          So it turns out that apparently E24/E28 rear subframes fit with fabrication. These supposedly have a shallower (for want of a better word) trailing arm angles and so camber gain isn't as extreme.
          Can anyone confirm?
          Last edited by econti; 07-18-2014, 12:30 AM.
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