My 19" volk's just came in, and I was wondering if I would need an alignment? They are 8.5/245 & 9.5/275. I wasn't sure if they would throw my alignment off?

 

anyone?

 

You don't need one, but not a bad idea to get one since you spent extra money
on expensive tires. that's if you want longer life.

I personally have my adjustments pretty aggressive to agument my S03's
performance while compromising tire life.

 

How will the wider tire throw off the alignment? Will it change the toe or camber, or both? Also, will it create a positive or negative change in toe/camber?

The reason I'm asking is because I just lowered the car yesterday and I'm getting it aligned today. My wheels will arrive in a couple days, but I'm leaving the same day and won't have a chance to get it aligned again. If I know how the new wheels will alter the alignment, I can try to slightly compensate for them when I get it aligned today.

 

The wheels alone will not affect toe, but depending on the width and offset, you
may want to consider getting slightly more toe-in (front) for straightline stability.

The camber can be affected due to the wider patch, but not much if at all.

I would get the alignment done today to spec and see how it handles with your
wheels. can't really judge what to do until you actually drive the car and see
if you like the ride or not.

Getting your alignment perfectly to your satisfaction is not a one-shot deal.
you have to take her in a couple of times to dial-in the setting, if you're serious
about sus tuning. otherwise, just get it as close to factory and enjoy it.