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DIY Perform A Vehicle Front End Alignment Using String and a Ruler - Front End Replacement Part 3

Name: DIY Perform A Vehicle Front End Alignment Using String and a Ruler - Front End Replacement Part 3
Uploaded: 2015-11-27T21:00:00+00:00
Duration: 5 min 59 s

Mark Jenkins

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📺 FRONT END REPLACEMENT SERIES:

Part 1: https://youtu.be/R2F3Z9Bb7BA

Part 2: https://youtu.be/s4sPKtd8L6E

Part 3: This video - DIY string alignment method

📖 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

Learn how to perform a quick DIY front-end alignment at home using just string and a ruler - completely FREE! This method adjusts toe alignment so you can safely drive your vehicle to a shop for a professional alignment after replacing front-end parts.

🔍 WHEN YOU NEED THIS:

- Just finished replacing tie rods or ball joints

- Need to drive to alignment shop but steering is way off

- Emergency alignment on a budget

- Want to check your toe settings at home

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE: This method only adjusts toe alignment, not camber or caster. After using this technique to get your vehicle driveable, schedule a professional alignment for complete adjustments.

🚗 VEHICLE SHOWN: Works on most vehicles with adjustable tie rods - demonstrated on Blazer/Jimmy/S10 platform.

💡 WHY THIS WORKS: After front-end work, your alignment will be significantly off. This string method gets you close enough to drive safely without excessive tire wear or dangerous pulling.

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Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of Mark Jenkins, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Mark Jenkins assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Mark Jenkins recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Mark Jenkins, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Mark Jenkins.