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Was my wheel alignment spec done correct on my 2019 IS300?
Brought my car in for new tires an an alignment. Wasn't too happy about my wheels as all 4 of them were damaged. Just wanted to make sure the alignment was done correctly as i'm kinda suspicious...i had to ask for the spec sheet multiple times over the course of the week. Obviously it's in black/white so I can't tell...I couldn't find the OEM specifications online either. I also drive a 2019 iS300 f-sport but the sheet says 16-17...I'm guessing it doesn't matter since they would have the same spec (?). Either way there doesn't seem to be much of a difference between before/current measurements. Thanks everyone.
My only comment really on the alignment is that they should have evened out the Toe side to side in the rear.
The Thrust Angle goal is 0.00...where here it's 0.02. Think of it as the rear axles perpendicular alignment to the centerline of the vehicle.
If they did that, it would have directly effected the front Toe, which could have needed more or less adjustment than they made to it.
It's a small thing but it separates the lazy f***s from the good techs.
If you bring it to there attention they will say the rear Toe is within spec, so it's fine...once again, the lazy f***s.
Likely they used 2016-17 cause they haven't updated the alignment machine database with newer vehicle specs. It will probably be fine with the specs they used.
Next alignment I suggest a different shop...confirm with them they have specs for your car and let them know in advance "No printout, no pay"...printout should be an automatic thing...like a receipt.
It's a small thing but it separates the lazy f***s from the good techs.
If you bring it to there attention they will say the rear Toe is within spec, so it's fine...once again, the lazy f***s.
There has NEVER been a more true statement. I always tell them, I want it dead on! Doesnt take that much more work to do it right...lazy ******s be sayin: "the rear is out a little but so is the front, so it evens out"... lol