How often do you align your Pilot? - Honda Pilot

Sportymonk · 02-03-2007, 07:50 PM

Have 30,000 on my Goodyear Integrities. Haven't aligned since I am worried about bringing on the dreaded 70 mph vibration. No sign of undue tire wear due to alignment.

Should have added a choice for "Whenever I want since I have lifetime alignment."

Ususally it takes three alignments to recover the cost of a lifetime alignment offer so it depends on if you keep your vehicle long enough. (Jay, don't bother considering this option.

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N_Jay · 02-03-2007, 08:27 PM

If the vehicle is tracking well, and the tires show no unusual wear, getting an alignment is usually a BAD idea.

jdeanski · 02-03-2007, 09:32 PM

36k miles, no uneven wear on my CT's , no pulling to one side. Why spend the extra money if not needed?

N_Jay · 02-04-2007, 12:08 AM

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Originally posted by jdeanski
36k miles, no uneven wear on my CT's , no pulling to one side. Why spend the extra money if not needed?

Worse yet, why risk them screwing it up?

mriley · 02-04-2007, 10:08 AM

Over the years, I've had several tire places and indy shops tell me that it should be done every 30k, if you don't live in an area with a lot of potholes or dirt roads.

The indy shop, where I got my new LTX tires, said that you may not feel a pull but if it's off by a little but it will make a noticeable difference in tire wear. I have 34k on the Pilot so I guess it was time. Looking at the print out, the left front and rear were off.

Roger · 02-04-2007, 10:13 AM

Good tire wear and no pulling issues then I leave it alone.

Roger

krygny · 02-04-2007, 11:18 AM

I will typically spring for a re-balance of the wheels and a vehicle alignment once in the life of a set of tires (~25k mi.), usually along with some other maintenance milestone.

I would never do it more often than that. The only reason would be if the car becomes noticeably out of alignment (tire wear, pulling, etc.), not to adhere to a tire warranty. It's cheaper to buy new tires than to keep a vehicle aligned perfectly enough to ever collect on a tire mileage warranty, which is pro-rated anyway. That's why tire mileage warranties are bulls hit.

jl_ss · 02-04-2007, 11:32 AM

Our local tire dealer throws in a free alignment with the purchase of a set of tires. They price is not added in to the cost of the tires because they are still competitively priced - so I let them do it. Usually I don't feel any pulling or notice any problem wear patterns and the majority of the time they find that they only need to make very minor adjustments.

Sportymonk · 02-04-2007, 04:11 PM

On my wife's car, I bought the lifetime alignment from Firestone for ~ $129. The third alignment will make it worthwhile and I can get it aligned anytime I feel the need. I may get it when I get new tires on the Pilot. That way I won't feel frustrated when I hit the pothole outside the tire dealer.

View Poll Results: How often do you align you Pilot?
Never, What's an alignment?	9	34.62%
Once a year whether I need it or not.	3	11.54%
When I buy new tires.	10	38.46%
When it vibrates so bad I can't stand it.	3	11.54%
Every xxxx miles. (please specify)	1	3.85%
Voters: 26. You may not vote on this poll

02-03-2007, 07:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,410 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	How often do you align your Pilot? Have 30,000 on my Goodyear Integrities. Haven't aligned since I am worried about bringing on the dreaded 70 mph vibration. No sign of undue tire wear due to alignment. Should have added a choice for "Whenever I want since I have lifetime alignment." Ususally it takes three alignments to recover the cost of a lifetime alignment offer so it depends on if you keep your vehicle long enough. (Jay, don't bother considering this option. ) __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

02-03-2007, 08:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
N_Jay Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Chicago, NW Burbs Posts: 13,440 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If the vehicle is tracking well, and the tires show no unusual wear, getting an alignment is usually a BAD idea. __________________ However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results. Sir Winston Churchill

02-03-2007, 09:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
jdeanski Drill Here, Drill Now Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,839 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	36k miles, no uneven wear on my CT's , no pulling to one side. Why spend the extra money if not needed? __________________ 2004 Starlight Silver, OEM Self installed accessories: Rear Splash Guards, Running Boards, Trailer Hitch with Wiring Harness, Auto Dim Mirror, Cargo Tray, Chrome Exhaust Tips. Non OEM self installed: PIAA Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, USA Spec 6 Disc OEM type Changer, Polk db 65 speakers in front and rear doors, K&N Filter, Hardwired Valentine V1, Redline Water Wetter, Weathertech License Plate Frame, In Channel Weatherflectors, Audiovox Express, Catch-All Premium Mats, Michelin Cross Terrain's, Real Rosewood Dash Kit from Sherwood, Fullsize Spare, Bosch Micro Edge Excel Wiper Blades, T-Rex Billet Grill, Mobil 1 0w20 Oil, TYC clear taillights, garmin nuvi 660 1984 Jeep CJ7 2004 Pontiac Vibe

02-04-2007, 10:08 AM	#5 (permalink)
mriley Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Connecticut Posts: 46 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Over the years, I've had several tire places and indy shops tell me that it should be done every 30k, if you don't live in an area with a lot of potholes or dirt roads. The indy shop, where I got my new LTX tires, said that you may not feel a pull but if it's off by a little but it will make a noticeable difference in tire wear. I have 34k on the Pilot so I guess it was time. Looking at the print out, the left front and rear were off. __________________ 05' Pilot EX-L Steel Blue [mods: Honda rear mud guards, Curt hitch] 04 Audi A4 3.0 6MT

02-04-2007, 10:13 AM	#6 (permalink)
Roger Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: VA Beach, VA Posts: 273 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Good tire wear and no pulling issues then I leave it alone. Roger

02-04-2007, 11:18 AM	#7 (permalink)
krygny Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NY Panhandle(c) Posts: 2,829 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I will typically spring for a re-balance of the wheels and a vehicle alignment once in the life of a set of tires (~25k mi.), usually along with some other maintenance milestone. I would never do it more often than that. The only reason would be if the car becomes noticeably out of alignment (tire wear, pulling, etc.), not to adhere to a tire warranty. It's cheaper to buy new tires than to keep a vehicle aligned perfectly enough to ever collect on a tire mileage warranty, which is pro-rated anyway. That's why tire mileage warranties are bulls hit. __________________ 2003 EX-L, Sage Brush Pearl Side Steps • Rear Splash Guards • Cross Bars • Cargo Tray • Cargo Cover • All-Season Floor Mats • StreetPilot ColorMap • WeatherTech WeatherFlectors • Fortera TripleTreds

02-04-2007, 11:32 AM	#8 (permalink)
jl_ss Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: MA Posts: 3,790 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Our local tire dealer throws in a free alignment with the purchase of a set of tires. They price is not added in to the cost of the tires because they are still competitively priced - so I let them do it. Usually I don't feel any pulling or notice any problem wear patterns and the majority of the time they find that they only need to make very minor adjustments.

02-04-2007, 04:11 PM	#9 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,410 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	On my wife's car, I bought the lifetime alignment from Firestone for ~ $129. The third alignment will make it worthwhile and I can get it aligned anytime I feel the need. I may get it when I get new tires on the Pilot. That way I won't feel frustrated when I hit the pothole outside the tire dealer. __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

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