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Old 07-16-2013, 12:21 PM   #22
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Originally Posted by yoshiharadesign View Post
we recommend any drop or even wheel and tire change to have alignment done. Remember that you are altering the suspension geometry with any of those changes.
What geometry is being changed by a wheel change, other than possibly track width and scrub?

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the wheel and tire are extensions of the suspension parts and the actual contact patch connecting car to the road. any changes in offset and tire size will change the handling... If looking at wheels/tires/suspension together, the geometry is changed.. thus alignments are always recommended... Alignments involve toe, camber, and caster. So, when lowering the suspension or even just tire changes, it is better in the long run to have the car alignment done again.
How does changing wheels and tires changes your toe, camber, and caster?
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