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To: Broken_Clock who wrote (141619)	8/18/2008 12:16:41 PM
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Looks more like a ditch can't ... seem.... to.... steer.... out.... But no problem Ben's logged on familycar.com ---- A Short Course on Wheel Alignment by Charles Ofria familycar.com Using DSP500 Sensors, technicians make only one trip around the car to compensate each sensor as it is mounted. Photo courtesy Hunter Engineering Co. In its most basic form, a wheel alignment consists of adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. The purpose of these adjustments is maximum tire life and a vehicle that tracks straight and true when driving along a straight and level road. This article begins with information that any motorist should know; however, if you are interested in learning more about this topic, click on the underlined words for more detailed explanations of each term. We will cover various levels of detail with the deepest levels containing information that even a wheel alignment technician will find informative. Wheel Alignment is often confused with Wheel Balancing. The two really have nothing to do with each other except for the fact that they affect ride and handling. If a wheel is out of balance, it will cause a vibration at highway speeds that can be felt in the steering wheel and/or the seat. If the alignment is out, it can cause excessive tire wear and steering or tracking problems. For more information on Wheel Balancing, Click Here. (Article Continues below)