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Caster

Caster

Caster and Frame Angle (Positive Caster Shown):





Caster and Frame Angle (Positive Caster Shown)

Caster is the deviation from vertical of an imaginary line drawn through the ball joints when viewed from the side. The caster specifications will give the vehicle the best directional stability characteristics when loaded and driven. The caster setting is not related to tire wear.