Hey guys,
Sry if this has been posted before, but i've searched and couldn't find the EXACT time needed before a set of new springs will settle properly for wheel alignment can/should be done.

Please chime in guys
thanks in advance

 

one or two weeks is a good time to get an alignment. i havent noticed any changes since bout the first week

 

Probably depends on the spring. I've heard most folks say about 3 weeks. I got mine aligned immediately. I've been measuring the fender heights and have had no changes in over 5 weeks now. I plan to get another alignment in a couple of weeks before autox season anyway just to be sure.

I'm glad I got mine aligned right away, it really messed up the rear toe specs when the springs were installed. I guess if you only want to spend the money once, do it in 2 weeks after install. However, if you can handle going in more than once, get an aligment immediately then wait 3-4 weeks and get another aligment.

 

If you dropped it a pretty good amount, if I were you, I would get an alignment now. Get those toes in spec, then wait a week or two and get another. You will prolly get a good idea of how far your camber is out, so you can order any other parts you need before you get a final alignment.

 

if you want to do it correctly you will need to take it in a few times...
at least.

i'd do it once after install, then another 3 weeks later. then a final
dial-in another week later.

 

wow, props to you guys who replied so quickly and informatively. I'm dropping it with H&R SPort springs this Saturday, and will update you guys.

The drop is 1.1"/1" according to manufacturer.

 

If you have one in your area go to Firestone tire and service center and buy a "lifetime alignment" its $149 and you can get an alignment done on your car anytime you want, as many times as you want, as long as you own your car. after 3 alignments it pays itself off. Just a suggestion.
-GP-

 

I got the three year alignments. For sure a good idea imo. Another thing you have to consider is some will charge for "specialty alignments." Its like another $50 for the lifetime or 3-5 year alignments. Just a headsup.

 

Yep - that's what I did. I didn't know if firestone was doing this everywhere or just my area...