Alignment

Definition:

• Most basic form of wheel alignment.
• Setting of the front wheel toe only.
• Majority of smaller cars, Some larger cars fall into this category.
• None sports cars.
• “Modified” cars will fall into this category IF the car is only front-toe adjustable.
• UNLESS fitted with coilovers and corner weighting is requested.

Only factory settings will be applied with this approach, or as close to as is possible if not achievable.

Reasons For:

• Any front suspension component replaced.
• Uneven tyre wear.
• Vehicle pulling to the left/right.

Advantages:

• Improved tyre life & performance
• Improved handling – consider safety in an emergency / environmental considerations
• Improved fuel efficiency.
• Improved / optimal battery range for hybrid / electric vehicles.

Considerations:

• Age & last adjustment of suspension components, Items may need to be replaced or additional time incurred to free off.

NB: Prices can vary and are subject to change. Correct as of December 2023.

Definition:

• Factory alignment of all available adjustment points.
• Most premium cars fall into this category, some small sports hatches.
• “Modified” cars can fall into this category IF factory standard alignment is required
• UNLESS fitted with coilovers and corner weighting is requested.

Only factory settings will be applied with this approach, or as close to as is possible if not achievable.

Reasons For:

• Any front suspension component replaced OR any rear suspension component replaced.
• Uneven tyre wear.
• Vehicle pulling to the left/right.

Advantages:

• Improved tyre life and tyre performance.
• Improved handling – safety considerations & weather changes.
• Improved fuel efficiency.
• Improved / optimal battery range for hybrid & electric vehicles.

Considerations:

• Age & last adjustment of suspension components, Items may need to be replaced or additional time incurred to free off.
• Adjustment points may be seized, requiring bolts/bushes.
• Best setup possible will be performed if any items seized.

NB: Prices can vary and are subject to change. Correct as of December 2023.

Definition:

• Tailored/requested alignment settings of all available adjustment points.
• Most premium cars fall into this category, or cars fitted with adjustable suspension arms.
• Geo Performed by a dedicated race technician.
• Completed on Flat race Geo Tables for accuracy and precision.

Reasons For:

• Any front suspension component replaced OR any rear suspension component replaced.
• Uneven tyre wear.
• Vehicle pulling to the left/right.
• Balanced and optimised handling for a given setup.
• Can dial in settings specific to requirements, Fast Road, sprinting, track days, racing etc.
• Driver’s weight added to driver’s seat for precision set up.

Advantages:

• Improved grip.
• Improved braking.
• Equal left/right turn capability.
• Tuned to work with suspension modifications that are fitted.

Considerations:

• Age & last adjustment of suspension components, Items may need to be replaced or additional time incurred to free off.
• Adjustment points may be seized, requiring bolts/bushes.
• Best setup possible will be performed if any items seized.

NB: Prices can vary and are subject to change. Correct as of December 2023.

Definition:

• Setting the ride height accurately with driver’s weight in the vehicle.
• Rake set – this is the angle of the sill, nose up/nose down or purely for looks.
• Setting the ride height should always be done with load in the car.
• Important to note cars use – Track / Race / Fast Road / Aesthetics
• If a fast road car, car should be presented with half a tank of fuel.
• If a race car, presented with half the usual fuel load.
• Driver weight will be added to the car.
• Ride heights will then be set accurately.

Considerations:

• Spring / damper adjustment points to be discussed.
• If the strut is to be removed to adjust ride height additional labour will be incurred.

NB: Prices can vary and are subject to change. Correct as of December 2023.

Definition:

• Essentially, using the spring platforms to redistribute weight on each wheel.
• Imagine a wonky table, this is like levelling the legs.
• Why?
• You optimise traction and grip which is the cornerstone of control.
• Equalise left and right turn capabilities.
• More even tyre wear.
• Even better braking stability under higher sustained G force.
• Reduce understeer/oversteer characteristics to make it more tuneable.

Considerations:

• Spring/damper adjustment points to be discussed.

NB: Prices can vary and are subject to change. Correct as of December 2023.