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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 10:32 AM
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Default 2010 rear wheel align.

Just changed tires on my 48, the manual says i need axle plugs to correctly alig. The rear wheel. Just wanted to hear how some of you all do it...

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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 11:51 AM
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We always marked the adjusters with a majik marker,,before we took It down.
Was always spot on when done.
Watch the belt tension,,should be able to grab It Mid belt with two fingers
and twist the belt verticle,,
Too tight will bind yer suspension,,too loose costs $250 bucks
 
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 12:07 PM
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I made one like motion pro sells , than I also check it with a sewing tape measure . It has been Working great for me.
 
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