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SarahElizabeth's avatar
Jun 05, 2015

Advice on getting a class C realigned near NYC

My boyfriend and I just bought a 2003 Ford Shasta and we need to get the front end realigned. Does anyone have any advice on a great place near NYC? Or places to avoid? Or horror stories?

We're brand new! Only had the RV for 24 hours!

Thanks!
  • bukhrn's avatar
    bukhrn
    Explorer III
    darsben wrote:
    Check RVSERVICEREVIEWS.com
    or take it to a ford commercial truck place near you like http://meadowlandford.com/
    X-2, most Tire places, and RV dealers won't the capabilities to do something that big, I took mine to a Commercial Ford Truck Dealer.
  • Be aware that the Ford specified caster range is about +1.5 to +7.5 degrees. Some alignment techs will want to set the caster at mid range instead of above +5 degrees for best highway driving.

    Search for "caster" on this forum for lots of details on the topic.
  • Thank you guys so much! bdpreece - That never would have occurred to me - you're great!
  • I used a truck alignment shop in the Hackensack area, right off of Route 80. Excellent job for a fair price.
  • Not being from that area I can't help with a service location but I would advise you to try to have it fully loaded water/gas, camping gear, etc. when you get it aligned.
  • Your Class C is nothing more than a truck. Just go to any truck dealership or truck repair in your town. There is NO need to go to an RV specific shop.
  • j-d's avatar
    j-d
    Explorer II
    Several of us have bought parts from SD Truck Springs on Long Island near Hauppage and Smithtown. I don't think they DO alignments, but might be able to recommend somebody.
  • Franks tire and auto has some nice reviews...Flushing NY...
  • Check RVSERVICEREVIEWS.com
    or take it to a ford commercial truck place near you like http://meadowlandford.com/