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Sep 17, 2008, 11:17 AM
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tire alignment problems
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2006
hyundai
tucson
L4-1975cc2.0L
33952
2 days ago i hit a curb and got a flat tire, i had the tire replaced, then the alignment was off so i took the car in again the guy working on the car said that something was bent the strut, spindle, or control arm but he couldnt see, he also said that whatever was bent was chewing the new tire. the service guy then said that i should just replace all of the parts it could be in order for the car to be ok which doesnt make sense to me if something would causing that much damage why couldnt he find it ... any kind of insight to my problem would be helpful
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Jeff Norfolk
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Sep 17, 2008, 11:29 AM
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Sometimes it can be tough to see bent parts in the front end. On the other hand it is causing tire wear with in two day than it is bent bad and should be easily found with a bit of looking. I would take it to someone else that will find the problem rather than throw a bunce of parts and your money at it and hopefully fix it. Just my thoughts.
Jeff
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Sep 17, 2008, 11:46 AM
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thanks for the advice,another question- would it be better to take it to the dealership who will charge me 100 to look for the problem or to a different service place that will look for free?
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Double J
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Sep 17, 2008, 11:56 AM
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I'll jump in here...
Free is good! Wont hurt to take it to another shop for a free inspection.As long as they can provide a definitive answer as to whats bent.
You may consider a body shop as well.
If your unsure about independant shops in your area,then take it to the dealer.
Agree with Jeff,sometimes bent parts can be hard to see but if its wearing tires in 2 days,it probably will be easier to spot.
Just a thought....Dont know what your deductible is or even if you want to turn it in,but if it gets costly,consider turning it in to your insurance company.
Jim
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Jeff Norfolk
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Sep 17, 2008, 12:24 PM
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There is not a real benefit to the "dealership" over other shops unless there are good techs there. Case in point the dealership in my town sends all the hard to figure out stuff to the shop I work at. They have a charge account with us. Go figure. Ask you friends and neighbors where they take their cars for service. This is the best way to find a good repair shop.
Jeff
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