Rear Wheel Alignment too out of spec?
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ktmracer01
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Does it drive weird? Is it tracking down the road funny? Are you getting unusual tire wear on the front, rear, or both?
If you're that worried about it, I'd look at all of the above, more importantly, it is always safe to get a second opinion. You can always take it to another place to get an alignment check and see how it measures up.
It's more likely they didn't mount the alignment sensors on the rear wheels perfectly.
I could be wrong, but if none of the questions above can be answered with a solid 'Yes', I would just leave it alone.
If you're that worried about it, I'd look at all of the above, more importantly, it is always safe to get a second opinion. You can always take it to another place to get an alignment check and see how it measures up.
It's more likely they didn't mount the alignment sensors on the rear wheels perfectly.
I could be wrong, but if none of the questions above can be answered with a solid 'Yes', I would just leave it alone.
Rear is not adjustable. Crowl under and inspect control arms and frame for damages.
ktmracer01
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If its driving straight...don't mess with it. Unless one of your control arms is bent...i'd leave it alone
What are the Toyota specs for the rear axle? Need that info before you can say it is "out".......
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Thats the problem, I havent been able to find anything solid indicating what is out of spec for the rear. Ive looked on the forum at other individuals alignment posts. Some posts show barely any toe in the rear, and then I found some which looked much worse (.50 degrees). Just wanna make sure my axle isnt bent or in need of being replaced.
I'm no suspension expert but your total rear toe is only .08 degrees, from what I see, which seems like nothing to me.......
The Thrust angle of .26 is probably just the result of worn suspension bushings. Maybe give Tire Rack a call and ask their opinion of your alignment results.
I think it would be pretty near impossible to bend the rear axle housing and what you are seeing is just either a normal production varience from "perfect" or normal suspension wear or slop. If it were me I'd just drive it. Do the normal 5 tire rotation every 5k miles and try not to worry about.
Just my opinion.
The Thrust angle of .26 is probably just the result of worn suspension bushings. Maybe give Tire Rack a call and ask their opinion of your alignment results.
I think it would be pretty near impossible to bend the rear axle housing and what you are seeing is just either a normal production varience from "perfect" or normal suspension wear or slop. If it were me I'd just drive it. Do the normal 5 tire rotation every 5k miles and try not to worry about.
Just my opinion.
