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Tire/Allignment-after repair made

Tiny
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Do you need an allignment if they replace the sterring shaft assembly?
Would a bad bearing "compromise" a tire-wear it out on the inside? Would an allignment needed cause a bearing problem? After having the rear bearing assembly and hub replaced, is an allingment needed?
There was a "tire noise" after the tires were rotated last(only 15,000mi on tires-Bridgestones-air and rotated maintained)-brought back and had repair on bearing. Still have "tire noise". Went to tire shop and was told probably need an allignment-definite wear on inside of tire(not all tires, one especially).
Toyota Highlander 04, V6 4wh drive
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Tuesday, June 12th, 2007 AT 7:02 PM

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Tiny
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The alignment should be done when replacing a fronat axle shaft.

A bad bearing can cause a tire wear condition. If there is play.

Not doing an alignment should not cause a bearing problem.

Not sure on the alignment for a rear wheel bearing, but doubt it.

The last sentence sounds like you made the mistake of not sticking with one place.
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Tuesday, June 12th, 2007 AT 7:15 PM
Tiny
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I see you made another post. My mistake on the steering shaft...it has been a long day.

https://www.2carpros.com/forum/steering-shaft-assembly-repair-vt42865.html?highlight=

This is the shaft:


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/30961_stershft_1.jpg



And alignment would not be necessary as I see it.

I'll let the other post go, for the second opnion!
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Tuesday, June 12th, 2007 AT 8:13 PM

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