Alignment Problem, Need Help
#1
Alignment Problem, Need Help
I have a 1998 ex coupe. I took my snow tires off a week ago and the right side tires are really wearing bad. I took the car to local Honda dealership for alignment. They said i need a new knuckle, wheel bearing and wheel hub. Is this the only way to correct the alignment? Does this sound correct? I can do everything myself but the alignment. Just want to make sure these are the correct parts to order.
#3
This was what Honda told me to replace to correct the alignment issue. Just seems strange to me. I guess there is no adjustment on the front end. So the only way to correct is with new parts. I wanted some expert advice before purchasing the parts.
#4
The only adjustment in the front would be toe. You can usually brute-force yourself a tenth of a degree or so of camber, but not enough to correct an issue.
I don't see why they'd be replacing your knuckle, though, unless you smashed the crap out of a curb.
I don't see why they'd be replacing your knuckle, though, unless you smashed the crap out of a curb.
#5
Yea they asked if the car had been in an accident but that is not the case. I am the original owner. Then asked if I hit a pot hole. Sure but don't recall. I cannot see any tweaking of the knuckle. Looks fine to me but I guess it could be just slightly bent. I guess this is how Honda would get the alignment to specs. I there a good online parts place to get parts?
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