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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 08:18 PM
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Thanks for all the helpful advice for us relatively new owners. After reading many posts about how often the alignment is not correct from the factory, I wonder if I should my have my new 08 f55 coupe aligned with 1500 miles. If so, should I go to the dealer or to a tire shop? How much should I expect to pay? What is the best equipment? Thanks for any advice....
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Thanks for all the helpful advice for us relatively new owners. After reading many posts about how often the alignment is not correct from the factory, I wonder if I should my have my new 08 f55 coupe aligned with 1500 miles. If so, should I go to the dealer or to a tire shop? How much should I expect to pay? What is the best equipment? Thanks for any advice....
I took my 08 back to the dealer at ~1200 miles for an alignment. they gave me the printouts showing before and after a full alignment, did a great job, fully covered under warranty
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I would suggest contacting a few of the local Corvette clubs and see who they recommend.

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Definitely take it to a good alignment shop. A good alignment shop can get it aligned properly and give you a printout showing your before and after specs. All four of my wheels were out of spec when I had mine done.
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