Align after the work that disturbs it
Most alignment problems on heavy trucks are not caused by the road. They are caused by the last repair.
Any job that takes apart the parts holding an axle in place has the potential to move that axle. Kingpins, springs, spring hangers, torque rods, bushings, steering components and axle work all fall into this category. The repair can be done perfectly and the truck can still leave with its axles pointing slightly differently than they did before.
Nobody notices at first. The truck drives normally. Over the following weeks the tires start wearing unevenly, and by the time it shows, the connection to the repair has been forgotten.
The practical rule is simple: when that kind of work is done, an alignment is the last step of the job.
Where this store fits
Tremonton aligns trucks, but it does not do suspension repair. A truck that has had springs, bushings or other suspension work done elsewhere, whether at another shop or at Ogden, should come here or to another alignment store afterwards rather than going straight back into service.
Tell the store what was done and when. Knowing which components were replaced tells the technician which measurements are most likely to be off.
Do the trailer while you are here
A trailer out of line pulls the tractor off line with it, and aligning only one of them leaves half the problem in place. Trailer alignment is offered at this store, and so is tire and wheel balancing for a vibration that alignment will not cure.
The national heavy-duty truck alignment page covers what the measurement includes.
Other stores nearby
Ogden is the nearest other Purcell store aligning trucks, and the Salt Lake City Truck Tire Center also offers it.
About this store
The Tremonton store offers three alignment services, for pickups, trucks and trailers, and is managed by Ryan Smith.
See the national heavy-duty truck alignment page for all 40 locations.