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Old May 23, 2009 | 09:34 PM
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Default Difference between Alignment & Balancing?

Just installed a new pair of coilovers on my EK and noticed that the steering wheel shakes between 75-80 mph. Do i need an alignment or tires balanced? Help is appreciated, thanx in advance!
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Old May 23, 2009 | 09:38 PM
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Default Re: Difference between Alignment & Balancing?

did u get an alignment after u installed the coils??
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Old May 23, 2009 | 09:49 PM
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Default Re: Difference between Alignment & Balancing?

nah, that was my question, confused whether i need an alignment or a balance? Also which shops have a cheap unlimited warranty for alignments?
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Old May 23, 2009 | 11:11 PM
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Default Re: Difference between Alignment & Balancing?

usually if the steering wheel is shaking while driving it usually means you have to balance your tires. But you might also want to double check that you tightened all your bolts
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Old May 24, 2009 | 06:39 AM
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Default Re: Difference between Alignment & Balancing?

So you only installed adjustable coilovers on 2 corners of the car?

You need to decide what ride height you want, leave it there, and then get an alignment. If not, your tires will get chewed up. If you change the ride height after the alginment, your tires will get chewed up. An alignment will be required after every change in ride height.
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