Hi Guys,

Regarding my '91 XLT. I have recently installed a new set of tires and also had an alignment done. Unfortunately, my steering wheel is still a tiny bit off-center. Not a lot and probably not enough for most people to worry about but nonetheless, it drives me crazy and I want to get it perfect. I don't want to take it back to the shop because it's a huge hassle.

So, to correct it, as I undertsand it, if my steering wheel is off to the left, to fix it, I need to shorten the drivers side tie rod and lengthen the passengers side tie rod, correct? My question is, in which direction do I turn the tie-rod adjusters to do this. Clockwise or counter-clockwise, or both and which one is which?

Thank you in advance guys for your help.

Stuart D.
Portland, Oregon

 

You paid good money to have an alignment done, now you want to screw it up by turning the tie-rods? Yes I know it should only take a small amount of turning but alignments are measured in 10ths of degrees these days. Take it back, let them fix their mistake.

 

Exactly what rla has said. I would take it back and has the shop fix it. I have done alignments for 20+ years, and do not mind making a customer happy.