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Subject:Alignment Question
From:Ryan Dawson
Date:Thu, 10 Jun 2004 14:34:39 -0400

Hi Everyone,

I recently replaced the tie rods on my 1984 Vanagon Westfalia and took it in
for an alignment.  When I checked the alignment before taking it in, I figured
there was a 3/8" difference between the front and rear of the wheel measured
from centre.  The gentleman and the shop said it was about a 1/2", not a big
issue.  The question that I have is now that I have picked up the van, when
drive in a straight line, I have the wheel slightly cocked to the left.  Since
I just had the alignment done, would this be an issue with the steering rack,
or just the steering wheel, or something else?  Any thoughts are appreciated.
I'm on my way for my camping trip in about a 1/2 hour and want to make sure
that this isn't going to be a problem.

Thanks,
Ryan

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