Alignment Worries!

[97 Octane]

. . . . . . . . or am I just over-analyzing :shifty:?



My car is now lowered and it is ready for a four wheel alignment. I also have
a new set of Saleen replicas from Brad at The Custom Wheel Shop.

Can you tell me your opinions if it is okay to use my OEM factory wheels
when I take it to the alignment shop and not have to worry about affecting
tire wear once I put the Saleens on with 285-40s?

What can I expect after I make the switch if I use wheels other than
the Saleens on the car when the alignment is done?

I've seen how careless some of techs are or are in a rush that they sling tools around
in complete disregard for your property. My main concern is
I don't want the shop to scratch the finish on the Saleens and I would rather
not have them on while they work on it.


The new tires are Nitto NT555 285-40-18.

Tire size calculator says my tire's overall factory diameter is 26.63".
The NT555 overall tire diameter is 26.98". A difference of 0.35"

I really do not know if 0.35" more in wheel diameter is going to make a
big difference during alignment.


Your thoughts please?





Ren

 

[Kumba]

. . . . . . . . or am I just over-analyzing :shifty:?

My car is now lowered and it is ready for a four wheel alignment. I also have
a new set of Saleen replicas from Brad at The Custom Wheel Shop.

Can you tell me your opinions if it is okay to use my OEM factory wheels
when I take it to the alignment shop and not have to worry about affecting
tire wear once I put the Saleens on with 285-40s?

What can I expect after I make the switch if I use wheels other than
the Saleens on the car when the alignment is done?

I've seen how careless some of techs are or are in a rush that they sling tools around
in complete disregard for your property. My main concern is
I don't want the shop to scratch the finish on the Saleens and I would rather
not have them on while they work on it.


The new tires are Nitto NT555 285-40-18.

Tire size calculator says my tire's overall factory diameter is 26.63".
The NT555 overall tire diameter is 26.98". A difference of 0.35"

I really do not know if 0.35" more in wheel diameter is going to make a
big difference during alignment.


Your thoughts please?


Ren

The centerline (offset) of the tire would have more to do with changing the alignment then the size, although the width of the tire comes into play as well. I'd just get the alignment done with the rims on. When you go in there, just let them know you are worried about the rims getting scratches and to be careful.