Struts

[Jay Helms]

After replacing old struts with new, should you have a front end alignment? Thanks! Bird13

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[John B Kobberstad]

Yes!

[johnzcarz]

Like jonbkobb said, it‘s a good idea to get an alignment. But I will add that it’s more important on some cars than others depending on the suspension design. For instance, on a Honda Accord the front struts have nothing to do with the steering geometry/alignment of the car – it’s really just a shock absorber with a spring, so it’s not critical to get it aligned after strut replacement. Other cars (some GM’s come to mind) where the strut is part of the steering system – the whole thing pivots at the top – I would definitely get it aligned.

[college man]

as stated some cars do.I would have an alignment done.

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