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Post by rakessler on Jun 18, 2011 18:28:59 GMT -5
Anyone have recommendations for a good alignment shop in Tallahassee. This is for a 2008 MX5/Miata.
Please send email to rakessler@embarqmail.com if it is not good to post a response here.
Have been missing the events lately. Too much work at work. Got new tires and anxious to see how the do....
rakessler
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Post by GonzoRacer on Jun 20, 2011 10:22:41 GMT -5
Not exactly an "alignment shop" but I always take that kind of thing to Jamey Bell at Tally Ford. Make sure he does the work (i.e. ask for him when you get there), go back and talk to him about what you want as far as camber settings, etc. He'll take care of ya!
JDK
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Post by TerminatioN on Jun 24, 2011 1:04:45 GMT -5
Tire Kingdom on North Monroe. Most of the guys (including the manager, Ryan) who work there are TallyImports and/or TallahasseeMuscleCarAssociation guys and will take care of you.
I've been there several times for tires and have never been disappointed.
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Post by rakessler on Jun 24, 2011 14:57:37 GMT -5
Thanks GonzoRacer and TerminationN for the suggestions.
Have been studying alignment theories to try to decide what I want to try and now have some new tires on so am about ready to find somewhere to do the work. Seems there are lots of shops out there but I have yet to find someone that will do anything other than 'within factory spec' so I appreciate the recommendations.
rakessler
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Post by go_speed_go on Jun 25, 2011 13:33:58 GMT -5
If this is Travis / TheBugMan, you don't need to worry about an aggressive alignment for a while. The factory alignment is going to be plenty capable in offering you both understeer and oversteer depending on how throw the car into a corner.
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Post by thebugman on Jul 2, 2011 20:42:19 GMT -5
Actually it isn't me...but oddly enough I was wondering about alignment. I noticed a lot of understeer at the last event but I think I was entering the corners a little too fast. I did read an article the grassroots wrote up testing a stock 2006 mx-5 and they complained about the suspension. They did list some camber and toe settings though. Im pretty sure I've got some learning and seat time to go through before the limits of the car are holding me back.  Travis |
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Post by IPPO on Jul 3, 2011 7:14:02 GMT -5
Like Go-Speed-Go said, driving style can have a big effect on how much understeer you have. If you over brake for corners and then accelerate into the corner, you will understeer no matter what your alignment, swaybars or tires pressures are. Early apexing is common mistake, on the throttle too soon is another. Start slow and in control, no screatching tires, then build up your speed. If you haven't done so, ask for one of the more experienced Solo drivers ride along with you to observe then provide tips and suggestions on driving lines, car control, etc. It's amazing how many people want you to do well and want to help. Some reading and illustrations on understeer can be found here: www.drivingfast.net/car-control/understeer.htm |
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Post by rakessler on Jan 7, 2012 13:32:24 GMT -5
FYI - The Tire Kingdom shop on North Monroe just got a new alignment machine early early in Jan 2012. Visited there this again morning (01/07/12) and am quite happy with the result so far. The folks there seem to be very positive about the new equipment.
rakessler
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Post by rakessler on Feb 7, 2015 10:32:09 GMT -5
FYI - The Tire Kingdom shop on North Monroe just got a new alignment machine early early in Jan 2012. Visited there this again morning (01/07/12) and am quite happy with the result so far. The folks there seem to be very positive about the new equipment. rakessler Update: I am now searching again for a new alignment shop. Seems things have changed at Tire Kingdom and I am trying to find someone to dial in some very specific numbers. |
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