So, I am replacing my strut mounts and bumpstops tomorrow (didn't do them last year on the initial install). I am planning on having the alignment checked afterwards - as it's lowered (and has the Mazdaspeed swaybar kit), should I ask to have it checked against the MSP suspsension specs?:
From Edwin's FAQ:
I am performing an alignment on my MazdaSpeed Proteg. Are there any special settings?
Yes, the suspension geometry on the MazdaSpeed Proteg must be significantly altered from the normal 3rd generation Proteg's to ensure proper handling and reduced tire wear. The special settings are:
Front and rear toe-in: -1.01.0mm, -0.040.04", -06'6'
Caster angle (front): 201'1
Kingpin angle (front): 1259'
Camber angle (front): -058'1
Camber angle (rear): -048'1
Tire pressures must be at 32 psi (cold) on all 4 tires as well as a full fuel tank when performing the alignment. Vehicle must be unladen (no cargo or passengers) to perform proper alignment.
From Edwin's FAQ:
I am performing an alignment on my MazdaSpeed Proteg. Are there any special settings?
Yes, the suspension geometry on the MazdaSpeed Proteg must be significantly altered from the normal 3rd generation Proteg's to ensure proper handling and reduced tire wear. The special settings are:
Front and rear toe-in: -1.01.0mm, -0.040.04", -06'6'
Caster angle (front): 201'1
Kingpin angle (front): 1259'
Camber angle (front): -058'1
Camber angle (rear): -048'1
Tire pressures must be at 32 psi (cold) on all 4 tires as well as a full fuel tank when performing the alignment. Vehicle must be unladen (no cargo or passengers) to perform proper alignment.