I have seen/heard about it being done with the help of a long measuring stick, but I have never tried it; hence, I would be reluctant to make any recommendation. I don't think there is anything special or different about doing an alignment on a Vanagon, so any garage with the appropriate equipment should be able to do it. I got mine done last year at a tire dealer in a small town in Indiana for $30... and that included using a torch to break the bent tie rod loose so he could turn it. Dave in KC 85 Westy http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1 ----- Original Message ----- From: Larry Alofs <lalofs@enteract.com> To: Dave Baker <DBAKER5@KC.RR.COM>; <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2001 11:37 AM Subject: Re: Alignment Question: Doom & Gloom?
> Dave Baker wrote: > > > My 85 Westy has a bent tie rod on the left front. Nevertheless, with a bit > > of coaxing, we were able to get the wheels aligned. You may have a similar > > problem. > > > > Dave in KC > > 85 Westy > > Dave: > Do you know how a person can do front wheel alignment without expensive > equipment? I have not been able to find any books etc. with any practical > info. > Anyone else ? Comments? > > Larry A. > > |
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