Wheel Alignment

Andrew Sarangan
asarangan@gmail.com


Wheel alignment might seem mysterious at first, but it’s actually quite straightforward. I started with a cheap set of toe alignment plates from eBay, but they turned out to be unreliable – too many variables made consistent measurements difficult. Eventually, I upgraded to a set of TMR alignment plates. They’re solid, accurate, made in the USA, and bolt directly to the wheel hub.

Since they mount to the hub, setup takes a bit more effort. The wheels must be removed, and in my case, the brake calipers too, to make room for the plates.

Nevertheles, there were a couple of practical hurdles:

Start by setting the steering wheel to its true neutral position – perfectly level and centered.


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