[Fot] TR3 front end conversion to TR6 parts: Camber - moving the ball joint inward

[Tony Drews]

That will work to adjust the camber - after a bit of adjustment the 
a-arm will hit the wheel and you'll need to shorten the outer end though.

Regards, Tony

At 12:34 AM 5/21/2016, Jack Brooks wrote:
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>I am hoping to upgrade the front suspension on my (street/AutoX) TR3 
>this summer by changing out the upper A-arm, vertical link and 
>trunnion to TR6 parts.  I will use "the" Jag ball joint and shim it 
>as required.  Due to the complexity of shortening the upper A-arm or 
>moving the inner pivot point inward, I am considering welding an 
>extension to the upper A-Arm ball joint mounting tabs on the inside 
>to mount the ball joint further inward and produce a similar result 
>to shortening the A-arm.  I have not removed my TR3 A-Arms yet, but 
>it appears there is room to move the ball joint inward at least an 
>inch in this way.  I know I can't go as far as those of you who have 
>shortened the upper arms, but it seems like it could be a decent 
>compromise.  I am concerned though, as this seems too easy.  None of 
>you guys have done it. Instead you have shortening the upper arms 
>which, from what I have read, is challenging, as is moving the inner 
>pivot point and retaining substantial structure.
>
>So, the question is. . . . . . . Why is simply moving the ball joint 
>further inboard not a good solution?  What am I missing?
>
>Thanks in advance,
>
>Jack
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