alignment after raising?
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some will say yes, some will say wait and see (look for tire wear). It's up to you. In my case, my latest set of tires and wheels are fine even after lowering the car a lot when I installed the LG coilovers...about 2000 miles ago.
Of course, it can't hurt to align it, but is it entirely necessary depends on many factors including how you drive.
Of course, it can't hurt to align it, but is it entirely necessary depends on many factors including how you drive.
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3/4 is probably small enough of a change that it wouldn't be necessary but the chance of your tires getting chewed up over time the alignment is still cheap insurance.
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I would get it done - no use taking the chance on wearing out the tires too fast.
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yup, just keep an eye on the tires...they will let you know if you need it...some shops will screw up an alignment...something to keep in mind.
