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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 05:19 PM
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I have a 1992 LS 400 that pulls to the right. Alignment seems ok.
Non air shocks, all components in suspension system are fine and tight per lexus mechanic. Alignment is dead on.
New dunlop tires 205-65-15.
Recent new tie rod ends.

No matter where we move the tires the car pulls right. Mechanic says tires, tire shop says suspension.
Any suggestions?

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Old Dec 30, 2006 | 03:09 AM
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Welcome to CL.

Jack the car up and spin each front wheel and see if there is any drag present. May be a stuck caliper causing the brake pad to slightly touch the rotor or perhaps a wheel bearing issue.

The alignment may work out but if there are other worn suspension components, it may be a contributing factor. I've had alignments where it was supposed to be in spec but wasn't. Very few shops IMO nail it. I can count on my hand the number of alignments that were really good. The rest have been so-so to almost adequate.

Some suspension components cannot be detected by a push-pull test or visual. If it has lots of miles, it is highly probable it is worn or beginning to go out of spec.

Road crown...also has a part so most roads will eventually pull the car right.

Hope you find it.
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Old Dec 30, 2006 | 07:27 AM
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Thank you! I will checkyour suggestions. It pulls right over the crown.
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Old Dec 31, 2006 | 10:04 AM
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Well I know my car pulls and it is because of my worn strut rod bushings. Worth a try??
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