Alignment question

[Gonzo]

I just did the TT/shackles, and I need an alignment. Actually, I needed one before the lift. I have been asking around and from what everyone says, it looks like it will be around $45-60 for the alignment. But if it needs shims, it will be more like $100-110. Do these prices seem right? Do I even need shims? I thought I heard somewhere that only 94-down use shims and 95-up don't. Is this correct? I need help soon. I need to do it soon before I tear up the tires too much. Thanks.
One more question, How long should it take before the torsion bars fully settle after the TT?

 

[mosinman]

You are correct. You have the newer front suspension. Your torsion bars settled as soon as your explorer hit the ground. TT should not exceed 2 inches. Get your alignment done ASAP. Shims are not used on your suspension.

 

[jimbo74]

yeah... you dont need shims..... but you do need an alignment or youll see wear in like 4000 miles..... also i would take it to a 4x4 shop.... they do more quality work than the franchise chain shops...... trust me.. i work at one of those franchise chain shops

 

[Gonzo]

Thanks for the feedback guys. I guess I need to lower the front just a hair since it looks a little higher than the rear. I want to get it evened out before the alignment is done. Is there a place to measure on the front and rear where you will get the same measurement when the front and rear are even? I was just kind of eyeballing it. Also, will the alignment change the height I set at all?