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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 10:59 AM
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Default How long to drive before getting alignment after lowering?

I just lowered on stock bolts about one inch. How long should I drive the car to let everything settle in before I go get an alignment?
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 11:00 AM
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i usually do a day or so of driving to make sure, usually it seems to setting the first few miles.
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 11:36 AM
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I honestly don't think that you need to get an alignment. Keep a close eye on your treadwear for a while before you go and waste the money.

I removed the front adjusting bolts altogether and lowered the back all the way down on longer bolts. I am down about 2 1/2 on the front and 3 on the back. It is as low as it could possibly go. I have put over 20,000 miles and 4 track days on it, and my tire wear has been perfectly even without an alignment.

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Your results may vary...
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