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Wheel Alighnment

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guy workingHow much does wheel alignment cost?

The cost of an alignment depends on several factors: The number of wheels: A front-end alignment, which involves only the two wheels on the front of the car, typically costs anywhere from $50 to $75. Four-wheel alignments cost more, usually $100 to $150.

  1. Uneven or rapid tire wear.
  2. Steering wheel being crooked when you are driving straight.
  3. Noisy Steering.
  4. Pulling to the right or left.
  5. Squealing tires.

How often should wheel alignment be done?

Every 2 to 3 years

Typically, it is recommended to get your wheels aligned every 2 to 3 years. However, to ensure the optimal safety of your car, yourself and others around you, it is best to opt for a wheel alignment every time you go to change your oil of the vehicle.

What happens if you don’t get an alignment?

Neglecting this checkpoint can lead to dangerous problems, including: Steering Problems: When wheels become out of line, they aren’t facing in the directions necessary for optimal handling. This means that you may be trying to steer straight, and the vehicle is veering in a completely different direction.

How do I determine whether I need an alignment?

  1. Step 1: Eliminate Other Tire Issues.
  2. Step 2: Inspect your Parked Alignment.
  3. Step 3: Check Out the Tire Tread.
  4. Step 4: Give it a Quick Road Test.
  5. Step 5: Take Your Car into a Trusted Auto Repair Center.

Lim’s Auto Body is a full service auto body and mechanical repair shop locally owned and operated in Largo, Florida. For more information, go to our web site www.limsautobody.com or call (727) 422-3232.

What is a Strut

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thumbs upThe strut is a common damper type used on many of today’s independent suspension, front wheel drive vehicles as well as some rear wheel drive vehicles. A strut is a major structural part of a suspension. It takes the place of the upper control arm and upper ball joint used in conventional suspensions.

The Warning Signs Of Worn Shocks And Struts

The movement may be slight, but you notice it. Vehicle “tips” to one side in turns. When taking a sharp turn or an off-ramp, your vehicle leans or “tips” to the outside of the turn and feels wobbly. The front end dives more than expected during hard braking.

What happens if you don’t replace struts?

By not doing it’s job – absorbing the shock – not having them replaced can lead to damage in the ball joints, wheel hubs, and many other components of the suspension. Without something to absorb the shock and energy of hitting a bump, it spreads throughout your car and will lead to damage.

How much does it cost to fix the struts on a car?

between $450 and $1,100

A typical shock and strut replacement can set you back anywhere between $450 and $1,100 on parts and labor combined. An individual shock and strut assembly costs around $150 to $900, while estimated labor costs for replacing a shock and strut assembly can range anywhere from $150 to $300 per assembly.

If your car shows signs of a problem with your suspension, bring it to Lim’s and let us look at it. Lim’s Auto Body is a full service auto body and mechanical repair shop locally owned and operated in Largo, Florida. For more information, go to our web site www.limsautobody.com or call (727) 422-3232.