Wheel Alignment and Tire Wear - Super Street Magazine

Mounted on each wheel, these crazy honeycomb sensors send a reading back to…
…this board. The board then lets the computer read how off or on your alignment is.
All the readouts come out on the monitor, and the guys at Savas know exactly what needs to be done to correct any alignment problems. In this case, the camber on the right rear wheel is the major problem
All the readouts come out on the monitor, and the guys at Savas know exactly what needs

After some minor corrections, the problem is solved. A slightly negative camber is left on the wheel to increase handling.
After some minor corrections, the problem is solved. A slightly negative camber is left on

Tires are expensive, especially when it comes to the big 18-inchers. Generally, the bigger and wider the tire is, the better handling you can achieve from the car. Unfortunately, when people lower their cars, they dont think about alignment, which also plays a big role in handling. Even worse, when the alignment isnt set right, your tires will wear out very quickly. If you have deep pockets and want to shell out a few hundred bucks every couple of months for new tires, thats cool. But were poor and cant afford to do that.

There are a few ingredients that make up the whole alignment buffet. By knowing the effect each one has on your car, youll know what youre paying for when you have your alignment done.