I have seen/heard about it being done with the help of a long measuring
stick, but I have never tried it; hence, I would be reluctant to make any
recommendation.  I don't think there is anything special or different about
doing an alignment on a Vanagon, so any garage with the appropriate
equipment should be able to do it.  I got mine done last year at a tire
dealer in a small town in Indiana for $30... and that included using a torch
to break the bent tie rod loose so he could turn it.

Dave in KC
85 Westy
http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1

----- Original Message -----
From: Larry Alofs <lalofs@enteract.com>
To: Dave Baker <DBAKER5@KC.RR.COM>; <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2001 11:37 AM
Subject: Re: Alignment Question: Doom & Gloom?

> Dave Baker wrote:
>
> > My 85 Westy has a bent tie rod on the left front.  Nevertheless, with a
bit
> > of coaxing, we were able to get the wheels aligned.  You may have a
similar
> > problem.
> >
> > Dave in KC
> > 85 Westy
>
> Dave:
>   Do you know how a person can do front wheel alignment without expensive
> equipment?  I have not been able to find any books etc. with any practical
> info.
>   Anyone else ?  Comments?
>
> Larry A.
>
>