I just replaced LCA, outer tie rod ends and wheel hubs on both side on my 04 GTP. I tried to keep the alignment as close to what it was before I replaced the parts but I knew I was going to needing an alignment when I was done. After the LCA and tie rod ends, I drove it for a few days while waiting for the hubs. The alignment was off more than I expected and caused one of my tires to wear down to show threads on the inside of the tire. (The tires were already worn prior to replacing part but no threads were showing. I wanted to get these parts replaced before I got my tires.)
I took it to my local Pep Boys to get an alignment. I drove it the next day to work (50 miles) and the steering wheel is not centered and is turned slightly to the right in order to go straight. If I let go of the wheel, the car pulls slightly to the left. I took it back to the shop yesterday for a re-check and they said they can't do an alignment because the tires are so badly worn. Does anyone know if they are right that they can't do an alignment because of the tires and if they are, it would have been nice for them to mention this before they did the alignment the first time.
I have the printout of the specs when I went for the re-check. I'm just waiting for my wife to wake up so she can send me a copy and then I'll post their results.
Thanks