Hunter Offers Educational Wheel Alignment Video
Hunter has released an educational video to answer the common question: “Why do cars need wheel alignment?” to explain the purpose and function of wheel alignment procedures and the importance of proper vehicle maintenance. When your car is out of alignment, you may experience irregular tire wear, handling problems or a crooked steering wheel. Some
Rotary Unveils XA14 Alignment Scissor Lift
The new Rotary XA14 alignment scissor lift can handle four-wheel alignments on a broad range of vehicles, from subcompacts to work trucks. “If it will fit in your bay, you can align it on the Rotary XA14 scissor lift,” says John Uhl, director of lift product management for Rotary parent company Vehicle Service Group. Rotary
John Bean Introduces V-Series Of Wheel Alignment Systems
The new John Bean V-Series of wheel alignment systems are designed to help shops reduce alignment times while, at the same time, increase accuracy. With six options to choose from, the John Bean V-Series has the right system to align with any shop environment. “John Bean V-Series aligners offer a wide array of options that
Ensure Camshaft Alignment With Lisle Corp. Timing Tool
When servicing the timing chain on Ford V6 3.5L and 3.7L engines, use Lisle Corp.’s Timing Tool for Ford (37100). The tool helps ensure camshaft alignment during removal and installation of the timing chain. Applications: 3.5L – 2007 and newer; 3.7L – 2009 and newer.
Maximum Alignment Convenience With BendPak’s HDS-Series Alignment Lifts
BendPak’s HDS-Series alignment lifts are engineered to meet the strenuous demands of even the toughest professional lifting jobs, says the company. The HDS-14LSX alignment system features front turn plates and rear slip plates built into the runways. The wheels always respond to your adjustments with no resistance or hassle. The HDS-14LSX features aircraft-quality stainless steel
Snap-on Equipment Offers Diagnostic Wheel Alignment System
With a new notification system that provides critical information without slowing you down, the V3300 wheel aligner (EEWA552B ) from Snap-on Equipment puts every alignment on the fast track. The user interface provides instant access to critical tasks in an intelligent flow, ensuring vehicle-specific assistance is always just one click away. The V3300 wheel alignment
Gates Offers Updated Laser Tool For Misalignment Detection
The Gates DriveAlign Laser Tool is designed to detect misalignment in serpentine drive systems. The two-piece kit contains a laser tool and a target piece, and both pieces feature specially designed magnetic feet to sit perfectly in K-section Micro-V pulleys. The laser beam itself is a large vertical line, and when coupled with the etched
Alignment Angles Provide First-Hand Clues
A vehicle comes in with abnormal wear on a front tire. It looks like camber wear. One shoulder is badly worn, but the other front tire appears to be OK. You put it on your alignment machine and check camber and toe. Sure enough, camber on the wheel with the worn tire is out of specifications.
Wheel Alignment On Toyota Trucks (Part 1)
Tires are an integral part of modern steering and suspension systems, not to mention they are often an equally integral part of modern safety features like anti-lock braking systems (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), active braking and lane-change warning systems.
Wheel Alignment On Toyota Trucks (Part 2)
A line drawn through the upper and lower ball joints (the steering axis inclination or SAI angle) should intersect the road surface with the center tread bar of the tire, which provides an exact pivot point for steering the front wheel.