What to Expect With an Alignment
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
If you're concerned about the tread on your tires, we recommend the “penny test” to check your tread depth. Simply insert a penny into your tire's tread groove with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, your tread depth is less than 2/32 inch and it's time to replace your tires.
How We Align Your Vehicle
We check each vehicle we see for signs of alignment trouble during our courtesy inspection. Alignment problems aren’t always obvious, but they can cause serious damage if left untreated. You can lose thousands of drivable miles if alignment stays off balance. Tires should wear evenly. When one area wears faster, you may face an early replacement or even a tire blowout.
We use both manufacturer specs and the latest alignment machines to thoroughly check your car, truck, or SUV. Our process includes inspecting camber, toe, and caster angles, then making precise alignment adjustments. This detail-driven approach helps extend tire life and lets your steering stay sharp, even during windy or bumpy drives. If you travel roads affected by construction or potholes, professional alignment helps restore control and comfort for your daily routine.
Our professionals at Christian Brothers Automotive Lubbock complete comprehensive alignment training. To start the process, we place your car on an alignment lift and connect it to computerized sensors to see if any adjustment is needed. We restore your vehicle’s alignment to the original factory settings. After making corrections, we double-check the alignment to ensure precision up to a tenth of a degree. If you have a busy schedule, we offer a complimentary shuttle service so you can get back to work, school, or home while we handle your alignment check.
Signs You May Need an Alignment Service
While alignment issues are uncomfortable, they also cause big problems for your tires. Uneven wear can shorten your tires’ lifespan and even cause a dangerous blowout while you’re driving.
If your vehicle is exhibiting any of the following symptoms or has been in a recent collision, you must get your alignment checked out immediately:
- Uneven or cupped tire wear
- Cupped wear: also known as tire scalloping, this wear pattern appears as dips around the edge of your tire tread.
- Vehicle and floorboard vibrations at highway speeds
- Pulling to one side when driving straight
- Diminished handling capability
- Steering wheel off-center while driving
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get a wheel alignment?
Most vehicles benefit from an alignment check every 6,000 to 10,000 miles, or at least once a year. Rough roads and frequent construction can require alignments more often, especially after hitting curbs or potholes.
Can I drive with a misaligned vehicle?
You can drive with a misaligned vehicle, but you risk uneven tire wear, lower fuel efficiency, and reduced steering control. Addressing alignment early saves money and helps you stay safer on the road.
What types of vehicles do you service?
Our alignment process covers most cars, trucks, and SUVs commonly driven. If you have a unique or specialty vehicle, contact Christian Brothers Automotive Lubbock to discuss your alignment needs.
How Christian Brothers Automotive Lubbock Can Help
A precision wheel alignment is the best defense against premature tire wear and poor handling. At Christian Brothers Automotive Lubbock, we combine ASE-certified expertise with advanced, computerized alignment equipment to accurately restore your vehicle's factory specifications. Trust us to correct your wheel angles, which ensures maximum tire life and improves your car’s handling and stability.
We provide clear, upfront communication on all necessary repairs, and everything we do is backed by our industry-leading warranty. Choosing our team means getting service that keeps your drive smooth, fuel-efficient, and safe on the roads.
Ensure your car's long-term reliability with a professional vehicle alignment. Get expert service and clear answers from Christian Brothers Automotive Lubbock. Call (806) 484-1701 or schedule your service today.
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FAQs
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Q. "What is the difference between a wheel alignment and a wheel balance?"Wheel alignment is the term for how your wheels sit when mounted to your car and wheel balancing is what’s done to perfectly balance the weight of a tire and wheel assembly so that it travels evenly.
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Q. "How often should I get a wheel alignment?"We recommend every 6,000 miles or when you experience signs of misalignment.
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Q. "What causes bad alignment?"Normal wear and tear can eventually cause your car to come out of alignment, but perhaps a more sudden occurrence would be things like hitting potholes, bumping curbs, or even minor accidents. Click here to read more on the causes and consequences of bad alignment.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
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"Larry, WITH CHRISTIAN BROTHERS, replaced the dead battery in my truck. He noticed my tires were low and aired them up before I could even ask. He also went out of his way to check the fluids in the truck. He did all of this with a positive attitude. He was"
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