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Old Jan 12, 2018 | 07:42 PM
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Replacing front shocks

So my mechanic wants to charge me for a front end wheel alignment after replacing the front shocks. I just had a 4-wheel alignment done 2 months ago when I had ball joints and tie rods replaced. Never once did he say that when he replaces the shocks he would have to do it again. Why would I need another alignment? Sounds to me like he's just trying to make more coin. Is this really needed?
 
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Old Jan 12, 2018 | 09:13 PM
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nope.... if it was in alignment beforehand new shocks will change nothing regarding alignment. ball joints, tie rod ends, springs or spring spacers (for lift) can affect alignment.
 
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