maybe replacing the already bent parts would be a better idea.

"ravelation" <ravelation@webtv.net> wrote in message
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> We took the Civic to the Alignment shop to diagnose the tire wear
> problem. First step was two new tires on the front. Now, they offer two
> ways to fix the problem--
> install a camber kit for $240. or physically bend the knuckle dealy for
> $55. each side.
> Downside to the bending is if the suspension gets changed, ie: raised,
> you have to rebend it. A camber kit would allow adjustment.
>
> Bearing in mind this is the Frankenstein Civic (it looks great, but is
> put together with multiple year parts), I'm leaning toward bending the
> metal. Has anyone heard any horror stories from this method? Does this
> increase the odds of something breaking?
>