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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 06:33 PM
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Getting an Alignment

I was wondering would it really hurt my tires if I go around a month before getting my alignment done after I do my spring install?

Also can I get a place just to check my toe for me. I went today and check the prices and they aren't to bad but they want to check the entire thing and I only need to fix the toe on the car.
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 06:59 PM
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Trust me, get the alignment.... It only costs $80 and is worth it. Your toe will definitely be off after the springs and since your car isn't brand new it will be a good idea to get the other numbers checked as well.... better to be safe than sorry....
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 07:01 PM
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okay I realize this but really you didn't even answer my question. I said would it be alright to wait a month before getting my alignment.
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 07:17 PM
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you could probably get away with it...depends on how much and how aggressive you are in driving it... you will get some extra wear in the tires, but if you baby it then it shouldn't be too bad....
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by redline4
okay I realize this but really you didn't even answer my question. I said would it be alright to wait a month before getting my alignment.
Definite maybe on that one......I have seen tires turned to trash in a few days with the toe only a little out of spec. If you only put 200 miles on, prolly ok. If you drive like I do (2000+ / month) then I would get it done pronto.

If you can't afford what, $80 or so, right now, hold off on the springs until you can.

My $0.02
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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I just did a springs swap also. going to Belle Tire in a few for a free alignment check
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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by DaBuzzard
Definite maybe on that one......I have seen tires turned to trash in a few days with the toe only a little out of spec. If you only put 200 miles on, prolly ok. If you drive like I do (2000+ / month) then I would get it done pronto.

If you can't afford what, $80 or so, right now, hold off on the springs until you can.

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i agree completely. ive had mine on since tuesday and i dont plan on getting my alignment until next week. im really careful when i drive and i try not to use my car as much as possible. for now im fine but if i were you id get it done asap, but like he said it all depends on how you drive.
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Old Jun 15, 2009 | 04:52 PM
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Well i completed the job today and I went for a drive and it drives better than it did before I put the new springs on.
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