supertarmac Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 HI Guys, I'm new to the forum. Just purchased a 2005 all stock Banshee from a friend. Here is a pic: Both of the lower front A-Arms had some rust on them (one was broken), so I ordered all four left / right / top / bottom arms from Ebay (used, but in good condition). I replaced all four, but now the left front wheel has POSITIVE camber (I think it is supposed to be like this from factory?), and the right front wheel has NEGATIVE camber. Could the problem be on the hub? Is there a way to adjust this? Here are some pics of how it looks: Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starwriter Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Looks to me like the air in the rear tires is not equal and the whole bike is leaning to the left. Put it on level concrete and start checking the frame with a level. If the rear tires are level and the whole frame is leaning, the swingarm could be twisted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 ball joint tab is mostly likely bent. Thanks. Ball joint looks good. Could there be another cause? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Looks to me like the air in the rear tires is not equal and the whole bike is leaning to the left. Put it on level concrete and start checking the frame with a level. If the rear tires are level and the whole frame is leaning, the swingarm could be twisted. Thank you, I will do that and post back my results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted June 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 Looks to me like the air in the rear tires is not equal and the whole bike is leaning to the left. Put it on level concrete and start checking the frame with a level. If the rear tires are level and the whole frame is leaning, the swingarm could be twisted. ball joint tab is mostly likely bent. Thank you guys for the input. The frame is OK, turns out the hub assembly has a little play, and it was accentuated by the lower pressure on the rear wheel (which I never thought it could affect that way). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starwriter Posted June 6, 2014 Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 Cool, glad it was something simple. So, if the front hub is loose, you need new wheel bearings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted June 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 Cool, glad it was something simple. So, if the front hub is loose, you need new wheel bearings. Yeap, I will order one soon. Many thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locogato11283 Posted June 6, 2014 Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 The other thing to look at is where the front shocks are adjusted. They have different settings on each side. Make sure they are on the same one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted June 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 The other thing to look at is where the front shocks are adjusted. They have different settings on each side. Make sure they are on the same one. Checked, both are set equally. THank you so much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WINDYCITYJOHN400 Posted June 6, 2014 Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 ^^^^ Takes suggestions and tries them then gets back with results quickly. Thanks people politely for the input. I'm liking this cat already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supertarmac Posted June 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2014 ^^^^ Takes suggestions and tries them then gets back with results quickly. Thanks people politely for the input. I'm liking this cat already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salmon_slayer06 Posted June 14, 2014 Report Share Posted June 14, 2014 I installed the pivot works hub bearings. I did the conversion kit install...... http://www.pivotworks.com/ProductInfo.aspx?item_id=4513 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salmon_slayer06 Posted June 14, 2014 Report Share Posted June 14, 2014 I recommend getting an air hammer. I modify the attachments to punch out bolts, bearings and whatever. It has saved me time, less force on parts to avoid bending or ruining the parts finsh and makes it a whole lot easier. Its an absolute must. Best 25 bucks I ever spent. Works like majic. Picture using a hammer but pounding it like 100 times in like a split second but much less force. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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