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Alignment after getting wider wheels?

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  • Start date Start date Sep 15, 2006
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The Screwdriver

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I've got a 99 GT with stock 17x8 wheels. Should I get an alignment after putting on 17x9? I know it can't hurt (except my wallet)... but I just had one at the beginning of the summer so it's not like it needs it now.

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Jim
 

streethorse

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go 4 it...... no problem
 
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Go for which? Getting the wheels without the alignment? Or go for the alignment? Don't want to spend $ on an alignment if I don't have to.

Thanks,
Jim
 

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you should get an alignment but that my opinion
 

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Yu won't need an alignment. The toe and camber shouldnt change with a 1" wider wheel.
 
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If your car is in good alignment now, your new wheels shouldnt need aligned... just balanced
 
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