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Do I need alignment after UCA bushings/sleeves replacement?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Drew12, Aug 13, 2017.

  1. Aug 13, 2017 at 8:54 PM
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    Drew12

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    Just replaced the bushings and sleeves in my camburg uni ball UCAs. Is there any reason that I would need an alignment after doing so? I am just concerned about tire wear if for some reason things changed after taking the UCAs out and back in. I mean, things shouldnt change dimensionally, but I just want to make sure.

    Thanks!
     
  2. Aug 13, 2017 at 8:57 PM
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    ramonortiz55

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    Yes, anytime you remove the UCAs, you need an alignment
     
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    Zac of all trades

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    Drive it down the road and see if if it pulls to one side, also check to see if there is play in the steering wheel...
     
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    why? there is no alignment tabs on the UCA?
     
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    Drew12

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    Getting an alignment on tuesday but need to drive around 100-150 miles inbetween that time. You think itll be fine? I mean the alignment shouldnt change that much since the arms should have gone straight back to where they were before, but I just want to make sure I dont screw up my tires by driving a bit on them.
     
  6. Aug 14, 2017 at 5:53 AM
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    Justinlhc

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    I've never heard of needing a new alignment just from removing the UCA unless you replaced BADLY worn bushings.

    Your alignment *might* change a very small amount, but you're ok to drive for a while.
     
  7. Aug 14, 2017 at 6:11 AM
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    JayRolla

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    If bushings where really bad at last alignment than you would need one.
     

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