Straight tracking, even tire wear.
A car that pulls or eats tires on one edge is usually out of alignment. We measure all four wheels on the rack and set the angles back to factory spec.
Alignment is about the angles your tires sit at: camber, caster, and toe. When they drift out of spec, from a pothole, a curb, or worn parts, the car pulls to one side and the tires start scrubbing off rubber unevenly. Left alone, a bad alignment can ruin a new set of tires in a few thousand miles.
We put the vehicle on our alignment rack, measure every wheel, and give you a printout of the before-and-after numbers. If a worn tie rod or ball joint is causing the problem, we will find it first. There is no point aligning a car with a loose part, and we will not charge you for an alignment that will not hold.
An alignment is smart any time you buy new tires, after suspension or steering work, or whenever you notice a pull or off-center steering wheel. It is one of the cheapest ways to protect a tire investment.
Part of our Tires & Tire Shop work. See everything we do in tires & wheels.
What we do
- Computerized four-wheel alignment
- Camber, caster, and toe set to factory spec
- Before-and-after measurement printout
- Inspection of tie rods, ball joints, and bushings
- Steering-wheel centering
- Tire wear and pressure check
Signs you need this
- The car pulls left or right on a flat road
- The steering wheel sits off-center when driving straight
- Tires are wearing on the inside or outside edge
- You hit a hard pothole or curb recently
Parts we service & replace
- Camber bolts and alignment kits
- Camber and caster shims
- Inner and outer tie rod ends
- Tie rod adjusting sleeves
- Control arm bushings
- Ball joints
- Strut mounts
Wheel Alignment, answered.
The questions we hear most about wheel alignment in Cortland and Trumbull County.
- How do I know if I need an alignment?
- The common signs are a pull to one side, a crooked steering wheel when you are going straight, or tires wearing more on one edge. If you feel or see any of those, it is worth a check. We can put it on the rack and measure.
- How much does a wheel alignment cost?
- We will give you the exact price up front, and a four-wheel alignment is far cheaper than the tires it saves. If worn parts need replacing first to make the alignment hold, we will quote that separately and let you decide.
- How often should I get an alignment?
- Once a year is a reasonable check, and any time you buy new tires, have suspension or steering work done, or hit a bad pothole. If your car tracks straight and tires wear evenly, you are probably fine between those.
- What is the difference between a two-wheel and four-wheel alignment?
- A four-wheel alignment measures and adjusts all four corners and is what most modern vehicles need, including front-wheel drive. A front-end-only alignment is for certain older setups. We use four-wheel equipment and set what your vehicle calls for.
- Can a bad alignment ruin my tires?
- Yes, and quickly. Misalignment scrubs rubber off one edge of the tire, and a few thousand miles can leave a new tire worn out on one side. Correcting alignment early is the cheapest way to protect a tire purchase.
- Why does my car pull to one side?
- A pull is usually alignment, but it can also be uneven tire pressure, a worn tire, or a brake dragging. We check the simple things first, then measure the alignment, so you pay to fix the actual cause.
- Should I get an alignment with new tires?
- It is strongly recommended. New tires on a misaligned car start wearing wrong immediately, and many tire warranties expect a proper alignment. Doing them together protects your new set from day one.
- How long does an alignment take?
- A straightforward four-wheel alignment takes about an hour. If we find worn steering or suspension parts that need to be replaced first, we will call you, explain it, and give you the choice.
- Will an alignment fix my steering wheel being crooked?
- Yes, centering the steering wheel while going straight is part of a proper alignment. If the wheel is off-center after recent work or a pothole, an alignment is what brings it back to center.
- Can you align trucks and SUVs?
- Yes, we align cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans. Larger vehicles and lifted or loaded trucks have their own specs, and we set them to what the manufacturer calls for. Mention any lift or aftermarket suspension when you book.
Wheel Alignment for Cortland and all of Trumbull County, on State Route 5.
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