2 suspension questions...

[stangliter04]

First after I install all the suspension mods in my sig. how long should I wait to get an alignment? is there a settle period for the springs? also can I use the stock Spring Isolators on the new springs? thanks for the help :SNSign:

 

[IH8RICE2]

You can wait a few days if you'd like before getting an alignment, bc yes, there is a setting period. But i don't recommend driving your car much with your caster&camber so off. Your springs will probably get a 1/4-1/2 inch lower over the next few days. There is no problem using the stock isolators, I did anyways.

 

[BlueRuckus]

I have heard recommended about a week or so. I believe some people on this forum have noticed some minor settling to continue even after 5 days.

Yes, you can use your stock isolators as long as they are in good shape. If they show a lot of wear then you may want to get new ones.

Good luck!

 

[MineralG2k2GT]

it all depends on how much you are going to drive your car. I wouldnt recomend waiting tooo long to get the alignment

also, just get new isolators, they are 15 bucks from maximum motorsports

 

[squares98]

Within 150miles, or 2-3 days which ever comes first.

 

[XtorT'r]

I waited a couple days, best allignment I have ever had in any car i have ever owned. Must have been the C\C plates

 

[steveb24]

had mine aligned with no aftermarket c/c plates 10 miles after install..couldnt be happier..everything aligned perfectly

 

[Red2000GT]

It can actually take up to 4 weeks for springs to fully settle,depending on how stiff they are. Regular lowering springs:1-2 weeks road race type springs:3-4 weeks.

 

[tomustang]

Just go to a shop that warrantys their alignment for 6months or more. get the alignment and have it rechecked in 5 months

 

[GDawg]

The answers to your questions:

Depends...

Depends...

Yes...

1) You'll need an alignment AFTER your springs settle.

2) Not all springs settle. H&R's don't settle. Hence you can get an alignment right away but wait a few days to be sure.

3) Use the stock isolators if they aren't trashed. I bought new urethane isolators when I put in my suspension. Some remove them completely...

 

[bdcardinal]

definately hit up a place that has a warrentied alignment. Sears has a 6mo 6k mile warrenty. go in right after then go in a little later and have it warrentied. say the steering wheel isnt straight or it pulls. as long as you are in the warrenty period they will do it. just dont abuse it, cause then they get really pissed. we still have customers from the 80s that have a lifetime alignment on their cars, they usually come in every 3 months to have it checked.

 

[stangliter04]

thanks for all the good info :SNSign: