Wheel alignment on a new car

[Rthirsty6]

I know this topic has been covered before in various threads, but I thought it might be worthwhile sharing how much my car's alignment was out, so others can determine if it's worthwhile spending $60 or $70 on a wheel alignment rather than a lot more $$ on new tyres.

I took delivery of my car yesterday and got a wheel alignment done today (not at the dealer), with all corners out of adjustment.
Below are the Toe-in settings upon delivery;
FL: -1.9mm
FR: -2.6mm
RL: +4.1mm
RR: -1.3mm
As you can see my tyres would have worn prematurely, especially with a fair bit of "bum-steer" that was present on the rear corner.

And BTW, i'm really enjoying the car after 5 Months of waiting and the stuff-up with the colour...... Don't have to tell everybody how it feels as most of you already know, awesome!!

[Rocket36]

Take the print out into the dealer and you should be able to get them to pay for that. While it's not uncommon for the alignment on a new car to be out, it's not how it should be. 3 of my new cars have been out and all three times, the dealers have been apologetic and re-imbursed me.

[Rthirsty6]

Take the print out into the dealer and you should be able to get them to pay for that.

Thanx Rocket36, got it done as a freebie by business relationship. Was planning to take it to the dealer anyway, just so they are aware.

[macdoc]

The 2 new vehicles I purchased were out by heaps! Jetta & Passat. I still have the printout's if anyone's interested.

Macdoc.

[Jmac]

When i was in dealerland, with Porsche, Audi and Dub we always done a full geometry check as part of the PDI. I hope this still happens???? They always needed adjusting too.
Cheers
Ps at Porsche the Geom check printout was attached to the delivery form
Jmac

[R36 Dreamer]

Mine was way out as well. only got them checked due to comments on this forum.

Saved me $$ in the long run so Cheers everyone

[vwguru]

I know this topic has been covered before in various threads, but I thought it might be worthwhile sharing how much my car's alignment was out, so others can determine if it's worthwhile spending $60 or $70 on a wheel alignment rather than a lot more $$ on new tyres.

I took delivery of my car yesterday and got a wheel alignment done today (not at the dealer), with all corners out of adjustment.
Below are the Toe-in settings upon delivery;
FL: -1.9mm
FR: -2.6mm
RL: +4.1mm
RR: -1.3mm
As you can see my tyres would have worn prematurely, especially with a fair bit of "bum-steer" that was present on the rear corner.

And BTW, i'm really enjoying the car after 5 Months of waiting and the stuff-up with the colour...... Don't have to tell everybody how it feels as most of you already know, awesome!!

what about the rear camber? have found it to be out as well......

[Highlander]

New Car Wheel Alignment

Interesting that the pre delivery sheet has a box "Steering alignment" ticked and signed by the dealers service department.

Mine goes to my favourite steering shop Monday for an independent check and I am hopeful my steering alignment check was more than a blue pen tick.

I want to be pleased to be wasting my money on the independent alignment. Will give me more confidence in forthcoming service.

[Luminary]

What are reputable places for wheel alignments in Brisbane?

This is one thing I had neglected to do...

[Radius]

What are reputable places for wheel alignments in Brisbane?

This is one thing I had neglected to do...

Hmmm.... me too! Good opportunity for everyone's trusted wheel alignment recommendations. I'm looking for one out Melbourne side myself. Last time I went to a "supermarket"-style tyre chain they snapped a wheelbolt ! So, any recommendations for Brisbane & Melbourne please do let us know

[gead]

Hmmm.... me too! Good opportunity for everyone's trusted wheel alignment recommendations. I'm looking for one out Melbourne side myself. Last time I went to a "supermarket"-style tyre chain they snapped a wheelbolt ! So, any recommendations for Brisbane & Melbourne please do let us know

melbourne....trutrack

http://www.trutrack.com.au/

not cheap, but probably one of the best around at setting up a car...

[Hypo]

I normally use Accurate Suspension in Brisbane for my wheel alignments.

Not sure on the new car though.

[Rthirsty6]

what about the rear camber? have found it to be out as well......

Not sure what the factory settings are for the camber, it was measured and recorded as below;

Front L: -0deg59'
Front R: -0deg36'
Rear L: -2deg03'
Rear R: -1deg48'

Anyone here knows the correct settings?

[Hypo]

Just had mine checked.

Was all fine except a little to much toe for me in the front 1 degree.

I had this dialled out to prevent tyre wear.

[Rocket36]

You want some toe in on the front though, so that when you're driving it's as neautral as possible.

Remember, 0 toe when stopped = toe out when driving = faster wear.