Does replacing a steering stabilizer mess up an alignment?

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Sep 13, 2010 | 03:20 AM

CPTAFW163

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Does replacing a steering stabilizer mess up an alignment?

I am just wondering if I should have it aligned after it is installed. Common sense says that even if it doesn't mess things up, I should still install it before getting an alignment.

Sep 13, 2010 | 07:12 AM

dhvaughan

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no. its just a shock. nothing to do with alignment.

Sep 13, 2010 | 01:43 PM

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no. its just a shock. nothing to do with alignment.

I figured that. Just needed a sanity check. I think it makes a difference if a bracket mounting kit is needed, but since it comes stock, it is just a swap.

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Sep 13, 2010 | 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by CPTAFW163

I figured that. Just needed a sanity check. I think it makes a difference if a bracket mounting kit is needed, but since it comes stock, it is just a swap.
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The only thing that I would think should really alter alignment is tie rods and ball joints...

Sep 13, 2010 | 02:23 PM

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I don't think there's any steering shock you can put on that would require an alignment, as you're not actually changing anything as far as toe in/out goes.

Sep 13, 2010 | 06:48 PM

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well, if you have to use the mounting bracket kit, you can mount them off center and when fully extended it can lock the shock before you lock the steering.