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Old Jan 22, 2025 | 10:54 AM
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Default Replacing bottom arms and alignment afterwards?

Having had an advisory about corrosion on the bottom arms of my UK Turbo, I've sourced some alloy ones to fit.
Teo questions if I may?
Do i need to/ should I replace all bushes when fitting?
And what about four wheel alignment?
My son says any tyre place with laser alignment gear.
But I'm not so sure.
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Old Jan 22, 2025 | 01:01 PM
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4 wheel alignment is only as good as the operator, so go on local recommendations and find a fussy one. Most just get each side in the green zone, and I'd say that's not enough, especially if you're doing that other work.
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Old Jan 22, 2025 | 02:17 PM
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Speak with Chevron before fitting, maybe there is some mod possible like for newages where front wheels are pushed forward for better cornering.
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Old Jan 22, 2025 | 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by JdmSti2006
Speak with Chevron before fitting, maybe there is some mod possible like for newages where front wheels are pushed forward for better cornering.
you mean caster adjustment? you use to be able to flip the rear mounting bolt/bracket to get some increased castor. but now they just make ALK with that included

https://advancedautomotives.com/supe...8ak-6810-p.asp
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Old Jan 22, 2025 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Gambit
you mean caster adjustment? you use to be able to flip the rear mounting bolt/bracket to get some increased castor. but now they just make ALK with that included

https://advancedautomotives.com/supe...8ak-6810-p.asp
I spoke with Simon ages ago,do not remember full explanation.
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