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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:59 PM
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So I just installed a set of KW V3 on my car and couldnt be more happy with them. Now I am looking to get an alignment but this has proven difficult. Called Lex Brodies Pearl City and they said they wouldnt do it.

Brought the car to the Firestone where I previously got alignments and tires done. I brought in the alignment specs I was looking to get and they looked at me like I was crazy. First they said they couldnt do it, then they said they might be able to. On top of that they said it would cost me $30 extra per wheel because of aftermarket suspension. Then said that they would have to charge me the hourly flat rate for labor and it would take around 3 hours or more to do. Then said that the settings I wanted would cause hard pulling and they werent comfortable with them. They of course mentioned I wouldnt pass recon but I have given up on explaining to people that S2000s dont pass recon stock. So I left. Not trying to bash them as they have always been good to me, I just dont think they are used to people making specific requests.

Specs are pretty much a UK alignment with less rear toe. Im not asking for crazy camber and I see nothing else wrong with them but please tell me if something is off.
Caster 6
Front Camber -1.5
Front Toe 0
Rear Camber -2
Rear Toe .2

So are these specs that crazy? Can you guys recommend a place I can get an alignment done which can get me these specs? A corner balancing might also be nice. I dont mind paying extra or it taking a while but I just wasnt feeling really confident about the big name shops. Thanks.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 04:09 PM
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I haven't gone there but I've called Scotty's in Pearl City and they'll do it. Try check them out. It's first come first serve there, no appointments.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 04:41 PM
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I've heard great things about Scotty's. There is also Island Brake and Alignment in Aiea that will align to your specs. Lastly I know several people that have gone to Pflueger Honda with good results.

Your alignment settings look fine to me. Mine are similar.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 04:58 PM
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Thank you guys. People at firestone and lex brodies couldnt figure out why would want anything except stock alignment. Ill check out scottys and Island brake.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 05:58 PM
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Island Brake and Alignment did mines but the best they could get in my rear was -2.9 camber. I requested -2 front camber, max caster, and 0 toe all around. Depending on how low you are, they might not be able to get those camber settings. That tire place behind island also does alignments too. I think it's called Hawaiian Tire and Auto Center.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 06:15 PM
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if you don't mind going into town mike, pflueger honda can do it at a discounted rate.
pm me if you're interested. they did my03
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Old Sep 14, 2012 | 07:09 PM
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Island brake and alignment and they let you sit in the car while doing it.
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Old Sep 14, 2012 | 08:50 PM
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They only do that if you actually race it...



...or if you are a sexy filipino...



...or both.

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Island brake and alignment and they let you sit in the car while doing it.
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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 02:24 PM
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Goodyear in Kaneohe right across from the mall. They did my set up for 100$. -2 camber all around 1/8 inch toe rear +5 castor front. No questions asked altho this is out of specs for safety. Just told them it was for autocross
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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 11:57 PM
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Thanks for all the input and help guys. I found a good place to do it.
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