RE: Alignment in Seattle area
I've twice had my '90 Westy aligned by Campbell Nelson VW in North Seattle,
actually a couple of feet across the line into Snohomish County.  First time
because it needed it, second time just to have it checked out.  I was happy
with the results, big difference, especially the first time.  Ran about
$100.  I went there because they were recommended by my mechanic and I trust
his judgement.  I believe someone else found a shop they had good luck with
around Olympia somewhere.