I installed my 350z tokico hp shocks and Z H Tech springs about 2 weeks ago and just got my alignment today. Anyone with this setup, does this look about average? Also, Firestone wouldn't let me get the lifetime alignment package because I have non OEM springs and shocks. Has anyone else ran into this problem?


Here's what she looks like now. I actually raised the car about an inch because the previous owner cut the springs(retard, I know).

 

Not sure about the alignment but that sucks, I have firestone lifetime warranty too.. Wheels look great tho!

 

Yea I couldn't believe it. Maybe I can go to a different firestone and see if they will do. Thanks buddy!

 

I would check with another firestone. The one by my house said they would have to align my car to factory specs (which isnt going to happen) so I called another and the guy said that they could align my car no problem. I went with the lifetime alignment and have had it adjusted twice now in the past few months.

 

They said they can align your car no problem? What drop do you have? I thought this was impossible with a drop. Anyway, I will go to another shop and see if I can get that lifetime alignment bc I know I'll need it! Can anyone comment on the post alignment specs in the picture? Is it back, close enough to spec so I don't have to worry much about premature tire wear? I just wasn't sure if changing the shocks/springs makes the specs different from factory. Thanks!

 

Alignment done correctly assuming no other changes have taken place is done once and it's set for years. No wonder places like Firestoned gives life time alignment warrantys, it's never done right the first time! Forget Firestone/Goodyear, PepBoys and Sears find an reliable independent brake/alignment shop in your area you won't need to have your alignment done more than once every 5 years....if then!
Gary

 

Was mine done right? I mean, I know it's not going to be perfect but is it good enough? Gary, I know you know everything so please answer lol.

 

Very much worth it though if you are running coils and adjust your suspension every so often to tweak it to your desires. Or if you are running any airsetups.

 

Align to the specs I wanted. I am on coilovers and have a rear camber kit with TOE bolts. The Toe front and rear is in spec, camber is at 2.1 degree front and rear. I can't run anymore positive camber in the rear so I am not going to bother with getting a front camber kit.

 

Let me back up a little bit. I had them do my alignment after I installed my coilovers and new wheels. I made some changes to my ride height and took the car back in for a new alignment (since it's free). I also wanted them to pull out as much of the negative camber as possible (from 3 degree to 2 degree) without causing my tires to rub on my fender. There was nothing wrong with the work that they did, the realignment was because of my doing. I plan to stop in there annually for a quick check up. There is a firestone next to the grocery store that I shop at so ill just have them check it out while I pick up dinner.

 

Once again lol, is my camber ok??

 

Your camber will slowly wear the inside edge of your tires since it's out of OEM spec. Shouldn't be a big deal since you're close, but rear camber arms might not be a bad idea. They're good insurance at around $200 to help insure long tire life.

 

I would personally bring down your toe a bit on the rear right, or at least make them match each other... But you should be fine with wear.

 

I am debating whether or not to get camber arms. It's so close that I feel it's not worth it. I dunno I guess I'll just let it ride and see what happens.

 

Why do you say that? It's within spec..