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2000 Ford Focus rear tires are leaning inward what could cause that

Tiny
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I think the car needs rear shocks also
Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 AT 2:02 PM

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Tiny
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Rear camber not adjustable look for worn suspension parts, bushings and any damage
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Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 AT 2:31 PM
Tiny
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What you're seeing is normal. The preferred spec is -1degree of camber with an acceptable tolerance up to -2.33 degrees.
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Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 AT 2:46 PM
Tiny
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Also I shuld have mentioned that the tire have alt of wear on the inside treads
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Thursday, April 19th, 2012 AT 1:10 PM
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That's probably due to the toe setting. Have the alignment done but don't expect the wheel to be standing up straight when done.
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Thursday, April 19th, 2012 AT 1:15 PM
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I agree, get a rear alignment done new tyres are replace the struts if they are at all suspect.
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Thursday, April 19th, 2012 AT 1:20 PM

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