Alignments

Complete Four Wheel Alignment
Starting at $79.95!

 

We are able to align vehicles with up to 34" wheels.

 

 
We are also able to accommodate extended
cab, long bed, dually, & diesel trucks!
 
Many vehicles are now equipped with stability control and will need the steering angle sensor re-calibrated once the alignment is complete. We re-calibrate following the OEM procedure for each make and model.
How important is wheel alignment?
Think of it this way. Driving a vehicle for 12,000 miles with a misalignment of only 0.34 degrees (0.17 inches) out of specification would be equivalent to dragging the tires sideways for 68 miles!
What are some easy-to-notice symptoms of a misaligned vehicle?
- Excessive or uneven tire wear
- Vehicle drift or pull
- A feeling of looseness or wandering
- An out-of-level steering wheel
How often should I have my vehicle aligned?
Always follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendation in your owner's manual. But as a general rule, have your wheel alignment checked every 10,000 miles or at least once a year.

When your vehicle alignment is not proportioned correctly, two issues may occur:

  1. Driving becomes more expensive
  2. Driving becomes more dangerous

Driving without proper alignment costs you money. Not only does flawed alignment decrease gas mileage and tire life, but it also adds stress to your vehicle's steering equipment and structure. Ideally, your vehicle's wheels should run perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. Adjusting these wheel angles will bring your vehicle back into proper alignment.

Driving without proper alignment puts you at risk. An out-of-alignment car pulls and drifts away from a straight road and may cause an accident. Excessive tire wear—another result of bad car alignment—leads to tire blow-outs and poor traction, which also causes accidents. Bring in your vehicle and our alignment experts will make sure your vehicle drives smoothly and safely.

How does poor alignment happen?
  • Many factors impact your vehicle's alignment. You typically need alignment service after a major or minor collision that results in physical damage to your vehicle's frame.
  • Your vehicle needs immediate attention when you notice steering problems or uneven tire wear patterns on your tires.
  • Sometimes problems arise from something as small as driving over a pothole, or grazing over a curb.

Look for the following symptoms to determine if you require our computerized alignment services.

Caster:

A faulty caster angle causes loose or difficult steering.

Caster describes the steering pivot angle, as seen from the vehicle's side and measured in degrees. Caster alignment plays a large role in evaluating the "feel" of steering and the stability. Three to five degrees of positive caster is typical for most vehicles and lower angles for heavier vehicles.

Camber:

A faulty camber angle will create pulling and tire wear.

Camber is the angle of the wheel in relation to a vertical direction (seen from the front or rear of the car). A negative camber measurement occurs when a wheel leans toward the vehicle's framework; a positive measurement points the wheel away from the car. An ideal camber angle assures optimal tire efficiency, proper steering control, and helps prevent rolling.

Toe:

A faulty toe angle will wear down your tires.

Like camber and caster, toe is measured by degrees. When your front or rear wheels have front edges pointed toward each other, the pair is called "toe-ins." If the front edges point away from each other, the pair is called "toe-outs."

With properly aligned wheels, you'll get:

  • Tires that last longer
  • Easier steering
  • Improved gas mileage
  • Smoother ride
  • Safer, more secure driving

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