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How do you a front end alignment on your 69 Plymouth roadrunner?

To perform a front-end alignment on a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner, you will need the following tools and equipment:

* An alignment rack

* An alignment gauge

* A tape measure

* A level

* A lug wrench

* A socket set

* A floor jack

* Jack stands

Step 1: Prepare the car for the alignment

- Ensure the car is on a level surface and that the tires are properly inflated.

- Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels.

- Raise the front of the car with a floor jack and support it with jack stands.

- Remove the lug nuts and take off the front wheels.

Step 2: Set the toe-in

- Install the alignment gauge on the front wheels.

- Adjust the toe-in until the specified measurement is achieved. The factory recommended toe-in setting for a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner is 1/16 inch.

- Tighten the lug nuts on the front wheels.

Step 3: Set the caster

- Loosen the caster adjustment bolts.

- Adjust the caster until the specified measurement is achieved. The factory recommended caster setting for a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner is 2.5 degrees.

- Tighten the caster adjustment bolts.

Step 4: Set the camber

- Loosen the camber adjustment bolts.

- Adjust the camber until the specified measurement is achieved. The factory recommended camber setting for a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner is -1 degree.

- Tighten the camber adjustment bolts.

Step 5: Check the alignment

- Reinstall the front wheels and lug nuts.

- Lower the car to the ground.

- Drive the car for a short distance and then recheck the alignment.

The above alignment procedure is just a general guide, and the actual procedure may vary slightly depending on the specific model and year of your vehicle. If you are unsure about how to perform a front-end alignment, it is best to consult a qualified mechanic.