Do I need a front end alignment ?
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Burning Brakes
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From: San Antonio Texas
Do I need a front end alignment ?
I just changed my front lower a-arm because the lower ball joint was bad. Got it all put back together and took the car for a spin. Now my steering wheel is slightly cocked to the right. If I put the steering wheel straight, the car veers to the left.
Did I do something wrong ? Did I miss something when reinstalling the a-arm ?
Did I do something wrong ? Did I miss something when reinstalling the a-arm ?
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
Ray, I don't think an '04 Vette wore out a ball joint. I would guess it was damaged somehow. With $2K worth of tires an $80 4 wheel computer alignment would be in your better interest. If you ever thought of lowering now (before you align it) would be a good time. I aligned my '02 at 14K miles and it was out. $88 including tax at NTB.
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Burning Brakes
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From: San Antonio Texas
Ray, I don't think an '04 Vette wore out a ball joint. I would guess it was damaged somehow. With $2K worth of tires an $80 4 wheel computer alignment would be in your better interest. If you ever thought of lowering now (before you align it) would be a good time. I aligned my '02 at 14K miles and it was out. $88 including tax at NTB.
So I guess it looks like I'll be headed to my local dealership for an alignment........
Burning Brakes
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08
You can get away with just aligning the fronts. The only reason to really align the back is if you do a clutch swap, or have quite a few miles. But for the extra 30 bux, might be worth it.
Dom
Dom
