Specialty Products Company 1/2 DEG CAMBER/CASTER SLEEVE - Specialty Products Company

The Specialty Products Company 23182 1/2 Degree Camber/Caster Sleeve is a precision-engineered component designed for professional automotive and industrial technicians to accurately correct wheel alignment. This sleeve allows for precise adjustments of both camber and caster angles, critical for optimal vehicle handling, tire wear, and steering stability. Its robust construction ensures reliable performance in demanding shop environments.

Key Features

• Precision Alignment Adjustment: Provides a ±0.50° (1/2 degree) total change for Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles and ±0.40° for Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) applications, enabling technicians to fine-tune suspension geometry.
• Corrosion Resistant Finish: Features a clear zinc coating, enhancing durability and protecting against rust and environmental wear, ensuring a longer service life.
• Dual Adjustment Capability: Designed to easily change either caster, camber, or both simultaneously, offering versatile alignment correction options.
• Professional Grade Construction: Manufactured by Specialty Products Company, a leader in alignment products, ensuring proven quality and consistent performance.
• Streamlined Installation: Engineered for efficient installation, requiring the removal of the upper ball joint pinch bolt and use of a sleeve puller (e.g., Specialty Products tools #77880 or #88830).

Applications

This popular 1/2 degree camber/caster sleeve is widely utilized by technicians to adjust alignment on a variety of Ford and Mazda RWD and 4WD trucks and SUVs. Common applications include correcting alignment issues after suspension repairs, accommodating lifted or lowered suspensions, or addressing tire wear problems. Specific compatible models include:

• Ford RWD: 1990 Bronco II (Late 90-Dana 35), 1992 & Up E150, E250, E350, E450 vans, 2000-2005 Excursion, 1987-1996 F150, 1998-2013 F250, F350 Twin I-Beam, and 1987-1998 F250, F350.
• Ford RWD/4WD: 1991-1994 Explorer, 1990-1997 Ranger.
• Mazda: 1994-1997 B-Series Pickup, 1991-1994 Navajo.

Specifications

• Adjustment Range: Camber and Caster: ±0.50 Degree (RWD), ±0.40 Degree (4WD).
• Required per Wheel: 1.
• Location: Front Upper Ball Joint.
• Outside Diameter: 1-7/16 Inch (36mm).
• Thickness: 1/4 to 3/8 Inch (6mm to 9mm).
• Length: 32mm.