just got an alignment, now....

[jdpromo33]

take it back as others have said

I had same issue after my 2/3 drop and they couldn't get the alignment right.

The problem is they have to do the alignment MANUALLY. If they go by the pre set parameters on their alignment machine they will never be able to get it right.
Because with wider wheels and lowered suspension, you have changed the entire geometry of the vehicle.
Their machine has predetermined alignment settings based on a stock vehicle, not a modified one
They kept trying and couldnt get it right so it pulled to the right.

When they finally decided to overide their machine and do it manually, they got it spot on.

Thats just what I think could be the problem but take it back immediately

 

[vatahoelt]

How much did the alignment cost?

It was $99 and I had a 10% off coupon. Maybe that's why they did a crappy job. I think they just rushed it since it was getting ready to snow and they wanted to get finished for the day.

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I had same issue after my 2/3 drop and they couldn't get the alignment right.

The problem is they have to do the alignment MANUALLY. If they go by the pre set parameters on their alignment machine they will never be able to get it right.
Because with wider wheels and lowered suspension, you have changed the entire geometry of the vehicle.
Their machine has predetermined alignment settings based on a stock vehicle, not a modified one
They kept trying and couldnt get it right so it pulled to the right.

When they finally decided to overide their machine and do it manually, they got it spot on.

Thats just what I think could be the problem but take it back immediately

Im here now waiting. They tried to cover up by saying it
was all off before . My truck is stock height so it shouldn't be too hard to fix. Imo

 

[vatahoelt]

Well its better but the wheel is still a little off center. Haven't had a chance to really tell if it still drifts to the side.

Does anyone have the factory specs for the alignment. They gave me the printout from the computer showing what they set everything at.

 

[Noto81]

I've had the same deal lately, I got new tires and an alignment in Dec. Now it seems like there is some "play" in the steering wheel and wants to drift left. Adding to the problem is the roads are icy and snow covered so when the wind blows i don't want to crank the wheel to the right and end up in the ditch. It was out of alignment but not by much. I watched the guy do the alignment and all seemed well while when he was finished, as far as the what the machine was saying. They are normal sized factory wheels. I've considered taking it back myself.

 

[puckhead]

Take it back again. My dad had to go back three times for them to do his car right. Being persistent will get it done. Yet my dad still goes back to them, dont get it

 

[jdpromo33]

Or at this point I would go to another alignment place. and go to one that has a new machine with software covering modifications and can handle bigger than 20 inch wheels

 

[thehoe92]

for you guys saying you had your alignment place make it pull slightly to the right I was convinced your alignment SHOULD do that normally.. safety precaution so if you fall asleep at the wheel or pass out or something you car drifts to the shoulder and not into oncoming traffic?

thats what I've been taught

but I had my alignment done at Les Schwab and the guy explained to me that stock wheels are 16/17" and as you go up in size you are exponentially growing the angles

its very difficult to align a car with big rims.. the slightest adjustments are needed

 

[vatahoelt]

i have the stock 17" rims. here's what the printout reads

Left Front

.1 degree camber
3.5 degree caster
.06 degree Toe

Right Front
.4 degree camber
3.8 degree caster
.06 Toe

Front
.12 degree Total Toe
.00 degree Steer Ahead

I also notice a little more play in my steering wheel after getting it aligned. I wouldn't mind if it drifted to the right if that's what it's supposed to do, but the steering wheel not being straight is really bugging me. I just hate having to take off 2 hrs of work just for them to try and fix it again. I thought about taking it somewhere else, but then I'd have to pay for a new alignment.

 

[vatahoelt]

So yesterday I noticed that pass side bolt underneath the torsion key is sticking about 3/4 of the way out. Is there any reason why the shop would have loosened that bolt for the alignment?

 

[jdpromo33]

So yesterday I noticed that pass side bolt underneath the torsion key is sticking about 3/4 of the way out. Is there any reason why the shop would have loosened that bolt for the alignment?

I really think you need to find another alignment place. Screw the cost if it saves your life. Sounds like these guys are real cowboys and don't know what their doing.
IMO!