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Precision Alignment After Lifting Your Truck
Professional alignment and lift services for trucks in Lufkin, Texas.
When you lift your truck in Lufkin, the suspension geometry changes and your wheels no longer track straight without proper adjustment. You might notice uneven tire wear on the inside or outside edges, or your steering wheel sits off-center even when driving straight down the road. To the Max Stereo & Accessories handles both the lift installation and the alignment work needed to keep your vehicle handling correctly after the modification.
A lift kit raises your truck's ride height to accommodate larger tires or improve ground clearance for off-road use. After installation, alignment brings the camber, caster, and toe angles back into proper specification so your tires make even contact with the pavement. Without this step, you can wear through a new set of tires in half the expected mileage and experience pulling to one side during highway driving.
If you are planning a lift or need alignment correction in Lufkin, contact us to schedule an evaluation of your truck's current setup.
What Happens During Installation and Adjustment
The lift installation in Lufkin begins with removing your stock suspension components and replacing them with extended springs, shocks, and control arms depending on the kit type. Once the new hardware is bolted in and torqued to manufacturer specifications, your truck sits higher but the wheels are no longer aligned to the road surface. We then mount the vehicle on an alignment rack and use laser measurement tools to adjust each wheel angle until all four corners meet factory or modified geometry targets.
After alignment, your steering wheel will return to center, tire wear will even out across the tread, and you will no longer feel the vehicle drift left or right on flat pavement. The truck will also respond more predictably when you brake or take a corner at speed.
Depending on the lift height and your truck's make and model, some kits require additional components such as extended brake lines or differential drop brackets to maintain safe operation. We walk you through what your specific vehicle needs before starting the work so you understand the full scope and cost upfront.
We can walk you through what fits your truck
Most customers want to know how a lift will affect daily driving, what size tires they can run, and how long the alignment adjustment takes once the suspension work is finished.
How much lift height can I add without major modifications?
Most trucks can handle a two to three inch lift using bolt-on kits without needing changes to the driveline or steering components. Anything taller may require extended brake lines, adjustable track bars, or driveshaft modifications depending on your make and model.
What happens if I skip the alignment after installing a lift?
Your tires will wear unevenly and quickly, often showing heavy wear on the inside or outside edges within a few thousand miles. You will also notice the steering wheel sits crooked and the truck may pull to one side even on straight roads.
How long does the alignment take after the lift is installed?
Once the lift kit is bolted in, the alignment process typically takes about an hour on the rack. The full job timeline depends on the complexity of the lift kit and whether any additional parts need to be installed during the process.
What tire size can I run after lifting my truck?
Tire clearance depends on your lift height, wheel offset, and fender design. A two inch lift usually clears 33 inch tires without trimming, while a three to four inch lift can fit 35s on most full-size trucks.
Will a lift affect my truck's ride quality or fuel economy?
You may notice a slightly firmer ride depending on the shock and spring rates in the kit, and fuel economy often drops due to increased wind resistance and the weight of larger tires. Most drivers in Lufkin report the trade-off is worth the added capability and appearance.
To the Max Stereo & Accessories works with a range of lift kits and alignment scenarios across different truck platforms in Lufkin. Reach out to discuss your vehicle, desired height, and intended use so we can recommend a setup that keeps your truck riding straight and wearing tires evenly.
