Alignment Shops (The Mother thread)
05-18-06, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by AsianGirl007
How about a good place in Los Angeles? I need one on my car too!
westend alignment
18008 s vermont ave
gardena
(310) 808-9233
attn: darin nishimura
one man shop, does all his own work, his shop is meticulous
sets up a lot of racers, autox, etc.; will do corner balancing, too.
typically, 1-2 week backlog, so make an appointment
05-18-06, 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by teejnut
I've heard about westend but how much does he charge?
I usually go to Anderson's frame and alignment in Garden Grove, its cheaper and they get it done.
05-19-06, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by juniorsdad
if you want the best:
westend alignment
18008 s vermont ave
gardena
(310) 808-9233
attn: darin nishimura
one man shop, does all his own work, his shop is meticulous
sets up a lot of racers, autox, etc.; will do corner balancing, too.
typically, 1-2 week backlog, so make an appointment
westend alignment
18008 s vermont ave
gardena
(310) 808-9233
attn: darin nishimura
one man shop, does all his own work, his shop is meticulous
sets up a lot of racers, autox, etc.; will do corner balancing, too.
typically, 1-2 week backlog, so make an appointment
Another very meticulous "street alignment" shop is:
Accurate Alignment
(714) 538-1916
971 N Batavia St # A
Orange, CA 92867
But I think they run $100-125 as well.
10-10-06, 08:18 AM
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Allignment Shop?
hey wassup guys!!
Does anyone know any good alignment shops around the los angeles area?
i need an alignment but scared pep boys or brake masters gonna scratch my rim with the claw looking thingy that grabs the wheel.. thanks
Does anyone know any good alignment shops around the los angeles area?
i need an alignment but scared pep boys or brake masters gonna scratch my rim with the claw looking thingy that grabs the wheel.. thanks
10-10-06, 09:26 AM
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Which part of LA are you in?
How far are you willing to drive?
Are you willing to drop your car off for a few hours?
How much are you looking to spend?
There are a few highly recommended shops...but for me...one guy is at the top of my list.
Darin w/ West End Alignment in Gardena.
West End Alignment
18008 S Vermont Ave
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 808-9233
Do a Google search for the shop's name and you'll find tons of recommendations/reviews.
There is a reason why Steve Mitchell and Mike Kojima @ Nissan bring their cars to him (cars ranging from an R32 GTR to other highly modified cars). There is a reason why the Porsche and BMW track guys bring their cars to him. Also, the serious Honda and Nissan guys bring their cars to him.
Darin doesn't use fancy a$$ laser guided new fangled computers. He uses basic measuring equipment and tools...and doesn't ***** up. You can have expensive machines, but if you can't calibrate or even mount the machine on the car properly...you'll get a bad reading. Darin uses a basic alignment rack, basic tools, and math skills. And he is VERY thorough. He takes the car out for a test drive after he is done. If he isn't satisfied/happy...the car goes back on the rack. No half a$$ work. (I know he let go of an employee who didn't do work to HIS specifications).
I think you get the point.
How far are you willing to drive?
Are you willing to drop your car off for a few hours?
How much are you looking to spend?
There are a few highly recommended shops...but for me...one guy is at the top of my list.
Darin w/ West End Alignment in Gardena.
West End Alignment
18008 S Vermont Ave
Gardena, CA 90248
(310) 808-9233
Do a Google search for the shop's name and you'll find tons of recommendations/reviews.
There is a reason why Steve Mitchell and Mike Kojima @ Nissan bring their cars to him (cars ranging from an R32 GTR to other highly modified cars). There is a reason why the Porsche and BMW track guys bring their cars to him. Also, the serious Honda and Nissan guys bring their cars to him.
Darin doesn't use fancy a$$ laser guided new fangled computers. He uses basic measuring equipment and tools...and doesn't ***** up. You can have expensive machines, but if you can't calibrate or even mount the machine on the car properly...you'll get a bad reading. Darin uses a basic alignment rack, basic tools, and math skills. And he is VERY thorough. He takes the car out for a test drive after he is done. If he isn't satisfied/happy...the car goes back on the rack. No half a$$ work. (I know he let go of an employee who didn't do work to HIS specifications).
I think you get the point.
10-10-06, 10:43 AM
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aite koo thanks guys!! how much would it run me tho?$$$Also is anyone running the tokico/espelir setup? and Anyone know a good spot for fender shaving/rolling? thanks again yall helped me out alot!!!
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