Hi, I have a 2010 supercrew xlt 4x4 that continues to toe out slightly on the right side between tire rotations causing wear on the shoulders of the tires in a short time. I have checked the front end extensively and there is nothing loose, ball joints are not worn, I can find nothing that causes the alignment to go out of whack that fast. I was wondering if anyone else has any trouble of this sort? I'm open to any suggestions, as I never go off road with my truck. I just don't know... Any input is greatly appreciated!

 

Who is doing the alignment?

Early on, I had lots of problems with tire alignment until I started doing my own.

 

I'm thinking about doing just that...

 

The most accurate procedure I've used is to jack up the front wheels, spin them and paint a white stripe down the middle of the tread. Still spinning the tire, hold a screwdriver to the tire and make a mark in the paint all the way around. Let the paint dry. Let it down and back up and forward until the suspension settles. Then place a 2x6 or 2x8 in front and in the rear of the tires and measure between the lines. I like to set mine between 0 and 1/16" toe-in. The paint wears off really fast.

 

Most shops under torque the LCA bolts, slight movement will cause a big change in toe


Also dont forget to check outer and inner tierods

 

rotate tires

 

This sounds like a much better way than how I was doing it. I'm going to try this method.