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Old 06-17-2017, 07:59 PM
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What's the optimal alignment? D250

Seems like I see a range of setting, but all the tech seem to care if they are in the green..
I've got tight suspension and my rhs tire is wearing more than the left.
seems like maybe it should be toe a little negative over zero. Guessing everything moves at speed and bushing take road forces...
Dang, I need a great wrench to look at my heap.

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Originally Posted by samiam4
Seems like I see a range of setting, but all the tech seem to care if they are in the green..
I've got tight suspension and my rhs tire is wearing more than the left.
seems like maybe it should be toe a little negative over zero. Guessing everything moves at speed and bushing take road forces...
Dang, I need a great wrench to look at my heap.

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Check around for an older more experienced tech at a different shop. Sounds like you got a lazy tech.
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Check around for an older more experienced tech at a different shop. Sounds like you got a lazy tech.
How do you go about finding a good alignment shop? I have called around to all the shops in Helena and Bozeman and haven't been impressed by any of them. (I start by asking for an alignment for my '66 Ford and they have all made some comment about it being too "old" or a "beater" or the like.)
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The last time I took one of mine to an alignment shop I brought it home and re did it myself.
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I'm not sure where to find those experiencedays guys. I think there is a lack of concern due to its age. It's all worn out so it doesnt matter.
I think they are use to adjusting toe a bit and sending it outo with a bill or just tell them something is bent or worn...
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