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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 11:54 AM
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Ok, eng wants to do some pictures of me doing an alignment. I have arranged a place that can handle maybe 20 or so people comfortably. So what I might like to do is to show anyone interested how to do an alignment on a car with simple shop tools (mine originally cost me about $20 or so). This will allow you to change your alignment settings at an autocross, accurately and confidently, at an event if your car is not handling to your liking.

I need to get some idea how many people might be there, and if I should do it on a weekend day or a weeknight. It will take 2-3 hours to do a good job of the demonstration.

Let me know.....
Old Jul 22, 2003 | 12:54 PM
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I'll Be there just let me know when
Old Jul 22, 2003 | 04:32 PM
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Default Re: DIY Alignments seminar?

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Ok, eng wants to do some pictures of me doing an alignment. I have arranged a place that can handle maybe 20 or so people comfortably. So what I might like to do is to show anyone interested how to do an alignment on a car with simple shop tools (mine originally cost me about $20 or so). This will allow you to change your alignment settings at an autocross, accurately and confidently, at an event if your car is not handling to your liking.

I need to get some idea how many people might be there, and if I should do it on a weekend day or a weeknight. It will take 2-3 hours to do a good job of the demonstration.

Let me know.....
I have used this process for a while. Your article was great. I added one thing that really makes the difference for the 4 wheel alignment cars. Its a level with a built in laser. I also use toe plates. That increases the cost a bit but it is worth it. No more strings and I can do a 4 wheel on a car with out a plumb bob. I can call you and explain it if you like. Your article really helped me out.
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No need, I understand it all. Like I said, that article was written back in the '80's, and has only a few minor updates. I have just gotten asked by a couple of people that want to do another article and take pictures, etc. I think this would be a good chance to do this.
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i'd probably attend if i'm not working.
Old Jul 23, 2003 | 03:24 AM
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I would like to see this in person
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Originally posted by roadRacer
No need, I understand it all. Like I said, that article was written back in the '80's, and has only a few minor updates. I have just gotten asked by a couple of people that want to do another article and take pictures, etc. I think this would be a good chance to do this.
You know how to do the rear wheels using a laser? I have/had never heard of anyone doing this before I did it?
Old Jul 23, 2003 | 04:29 AM
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I'm there, just need heads up and directions.
Old Jul 23, 2003 | 05:32 AM
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Default Re: DIY Alignments seminar?

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I need to get some idea how many people might be there, and if I should do it on a weekend day or a weeknight. It will take 2-3 hours to do a good job of the demonstration.

Let me know.....
I vote weekend or if that's not possible a weeknight.

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Old Jul 24, 2003 | 01:41 PM
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I've read your article several times, and think I've got the basics down. I'd probably be interested in attending a demo. I need to get my car aligned soon though, so I may have to take it to a shop.



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