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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:09 AM
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Just leveled the truck. Should I get the alignment now, or is it better to align everything once I get the tires put on? (BFG KO2's)
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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:13 AM
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Depends on how long it will be. Doesn't hurt to let it "settle" a bit but (for me) I wouldn't go much more than 1-200 miles without doing an alignment. If you don't care about the tires you're taking off then it's not as big of a deal. Just make sure you steering, handling isn't compromised.
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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:13 AM
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When are you getting tires? Soon? Then wait til you get tires on. If not soon then align now and just have it checked after tires. Most good shops (not your typical corporate company) will check your alignment for a small fee and if out of align will credit that small fee towards an alignment. I have a place that will check for $25 and if out of align will apply that towards the actual alignment.
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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:26 AM
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When are you getting tires? Soon? Then wait til you get tires on. If not soon then align now and just have it checked after tires. Most good shops (not your typical corporate company) will check your alignment for a small fee and if out of align will credit that small fee towards an alignment. I have a place that will check for $25 and if out of align will apply that towards the actual alignment.
Tires are in my garage waiting to be put on. Steering wheel is straight. After I put on the leveling kit, I actually pushed the toe 1 full turn on both sides, knowing there would be more toe in afterwards.
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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:28 AM
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Align it when you get your new tires mounted.. unless you don't want to trash the ones on it now if your not close.
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Old May 12, 2016 | 11:30 AM
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I would just wait til tires then, sounds like you are getting mounted in next week or so.
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