Hi,

I recently got a nail stuck in my rear tire (Bridgestone Potenza 275/35/19) so I decided to take my car in to America's Tire to see if they'd replace since it was under their warranty (about 1,100 miles), or so I thought. Apparently my wheels were so misaligned that there was abnormal wear on both rear tires and they said they were no longer covered by the warranty. I ended up downgrading and buying two more rear tires (Kumho Ecsta) just so I could end up driving out of there. Anyway, one of the techs said that I need an alignment bad and he recommended West End Alignment in Gardena.

Has anyone been to this shop? Or can someone recommend a reputable shop that can align my car properly at a reasonable cost? I live in Long Beach, but work in Irvine, so anywhere in between and within close proximity would be appreciated. I should add that my 04 sedan is lowered on unrevised Z springs.

Thanks in advance.

 

I'll be going to Laguna Tire next week (hopefully, gotta make an appointment tomorrow). They charge $89 for alignment there. Nickk6 is a member here and he works at that shop. I'll report back once I get my alignment done, but it won't be till Monday probably.

 

Thanks Donpisto, please keep me posted.

 

I purchased a lifetime alignment from Firestone Complete Auto Care for $170 and it's covered by all Firestone stores in the US. Not all Firestones offer/sell the lifetime but I went to:

837 E Main St
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 282-9184

They advertise it for $170 but will say something like since you have 19" and the clearance is so low, it's like over $300. Tell them you have to think about it, walk out and they'll come running to you. haha It's a great deal especially since the alignments on the G is crap.

 

No prob! I made an appointment for Monday at 11 so I'll report back that day.

 

Just got back from Laguna Tire. Nick is a great guy, real cool to talk to. I'd DEFINITELY recommend them. Great pricing and you get a sheet showing before and after alignment specs.

 

Forgot to post the information...

Laguna Tires
23242 Vista Grande
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 768-1100

It's a few minutes away from the Irvine Spectrum. Nickk6 is a member here that works there.

 

thanks for your help, donpisto!

 

No prob, anytime...forgot to say, mention to Nick that you're a member here, it helps