GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

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Mar 11, 2010 | 11:41 AM

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lostinthew

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Alignment advice

My 98 GS300 has always had the little shimmy at about 65 mph like most other owners have had. It would subside as I increased my speed. Now the car shakes more as I speed up so I want to get the smooth driving experience at high speed we all want.

I live in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and need to find a reliable shop that can perform the work I need done. Of course I can go to the dealer, but don't necessarily like being gouged.

Can anyone recommend a private shop in my area that knows our vehicle and can perform the work?

Thanks!

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Mar 11, 2010 | 12:14 PM

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If alignment doesn't work, there are a couple of threads with solutions to how people fixed there problems. GL

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Mar 11, 2010 | 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by lostinthew

My 98 GS300 has always had the little shimmy at about 65 mph like most other owners have had. It would subside as I increased my speed. Now the car shakes more as I speed up so I want to get the smooth driving experience at high speed we all want.

I live in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and need to find a reliable shop that can perform the work I need done. Of course I can go to the dealer, but don't necessarily like being gouged.

Can anyone recommend a private shop in my area that knows our vehicle and can perform the work?

Thanks!

What makes you believe its an alignment issue?

How are your front caster arms?

How are your front tires?

When were your wheels last balanced?

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Mar 12, 2010 | 07:55 AM

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I plan to have everything checked at the same time, so that's why I am asking for a referral. Hoping to find a place I can trust.

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