Alignment Questions
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Burning Brakes
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From: Sarasota Fl
Alignment Questions
Hi all,
I came across a post about alignment a while ago that had some good questions to ask alignment shops before choosing one. I tried searching for it again (using archive and all) but it was probably mixed into a different topic. Its for a 1991 vert for a four-wheel alignment.
Does anyone have any good questions to ask shops before taking it to them. I don't know much about how they do it - its with lasers or something, right? Should I ask when was the last time they had it calibrated? What about fair prices, with and w/out tire rotation and balancing?
Additionally, not only is my alignment off, but my steering wheel does not point completely straight when the wheels are. Is that something alignment shops do or do I have to adjust the shaft or wheel myself?
I'm also going to have whatever shop I take it to rotate the tires and re-balance them before I replace my rotors and brake pads this weekend or next.
Thanks in advance,
Jonathan
I came across a post about alignment a while ago that had some good questions to ask alignment shops before choosing one. I tried searching for it again (using archive and all) but it was probably mixed into a different topic. Its for a 1991 vert for a four-wheel alignment.
Does anyone have any good questions to ask shops before taking it to them. I don't know much about how they do it - its with lasers or something, right? Should I ask when was the last time they had it calibrated? What about fair prices, with and w/out tire rotation and balancing?
Additionally, not only is my alignment off, but my steering wheel does not point completely straight when the wheels are. Is that something alignment shops do or do I have to adjust the shaft or wheel myself?
I'm also going to have whatever shop I take it to rotate the tires and re-balance them before I replace my rotors and brake pads this weekend or next.
Thanks in advance,
Jonathan
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From: Warren, Michigan
I would take it to a shop that has a laser alignment machine. I've used both the string and laser systems. the steering wheel will be aligned during the alignment.
I've never aligned a Vette before, but make sure the shop has done them . I know from working on them that they have alot of adjustments not typical of your normal everyday car. most cars nowadays don't have caster,camber adjustments.
I've never aligned a Vette before, but make sure the shop has done them . I know from working on them that they have alot of adjustments not typical of your normal everyday car. most cars nowadays don't have caster,camber adjustments.
Last edited by Harryscarlot; Mar 21, 2008 at 03:51 PM.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Sarasota Fl
I would take it to a shop that has a laser alignment machine. I've used both the string and laser systems. the steering wheel will be aligned during the alignment.
I've never aligned a Vette before, but make sure the shop has done them . I know from working on them that they have alot of adjustments not typical of your normal everyday car. most cars nowadays don't have caster,camber adjustments.
I've never aligned a Vette before, but make sure the shop has done them . I know from working on them that they have alot of adjustments not typical of your normal everyday car. most cars nowadays don't have caster,camber adjustments.
I'll have to ask the shops I call if they use the string or laser method. I'm guessing laser is the more accurate way to go? Any other suggestions for questions? Save the wave,
Jonathan
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From: TremontonUT UT
Ask a member of your local Vette club who is the best guy in the area, not just the best shop. There are several places in my little town that do alignments but only one older guy that I trust. There is absolutely nothing special about alignments on our Vettes. They are actually quite easy to adjust. Later! Frank
