M35 Alignment

[RStalls]

Do you need to align the wheels when you replace the tires on the M35. Mine seems fine as is with no pull and the steering wheel is perfectly straight. I do note some inside wear on all tires but the tech said that is due to the make-up of the suspension, so I think the alignment might be just a moneymaker. Any thoughts or experiences

[07sportm35]

No, no alignment is needed. Just enjoy your new tires.

[donnieb83]

You may not "need" to do it, but it does protect your investment if you are due an alignment. I just had a set of Conti DWS put on last week, and opted for the alignment because I will be traveling approximately 6,000+ miles the next 3 months and wanted an additional sense of security of premature wear.

[M35 Sport]

Any time you get new tires, it is a good idea to get an alignment. Even if your car does not pull in a certain direction, does not mean all the alignment specs are within tolorence.

[gavnator]

I also had Conti DWS' put on my M 2 weeks ago at 59,800. Moved from CT to GA. These tires are without a doubt the best I've had. Running at 90 MPH no road noise and great handling. Regarding alignment. I had my car aligned at 39,000 didn't feel like it needed an alignment but the machine definitely indicated it was out of alignment. Had it aligned 2 weeks ago with new tires and again it didn't feel like it needed it, but it did. If your going to spend a lot of money on tires you should get an alignment. DITTO M35 Sport!!

[06M4.5]

Any time you get new tires, it is a good idea to get an alignment. Even if your car does not pull in a certain direction, does not mean all the alignment specs are within tolorence.

+1

better safe than sorry

[EniGmA1987]

Personally I always get my wheels balanced and aligned when I get new tires. Although if there was no unnatural wear on the previous tires and the car drives perfectly straight then I suppose you could go without an alignment.