shady91

Waz up guys,

I just got some brand new 17 inch rims with low profile tire for a 2001 Civic. Not sure what to expect, but I feeling every bump and vibration on the road. Every bump!!! It getting to a point that I think my right back tire has no air? When I check its at 36 p.s.i.

Is this normal?

Also my steering is not smooth either....

Do I need to get these wheel re-balance and align?

Please help...Thx

D.T.P

Everything is just right.
Low profile tires will do that to ride comfort. Since the tire is small, it doesn't have much flex when you hit a bump.
Alignment is always a good idea, just to make sure your wheels are straight. Altech does it for cheaper if you tell him you are from tcc.
Also, what do you mean your steering isn't smooth? Keep in mind you have bigger wheels with a wider/bigger tire patch contact which will cause the steering wheel to be slightly more stiff.

shady91

Thx for the quick reply

By 'not smooth' I mean stiff compared to before...

Where is Altech and what is the cost to get all four align?

Thx

D.T.P

I believe the only thing you can allign is caster on the back so no need to do that. Just get the front done.
Its just off kipling south of dundas infront of coffee time.
Check affiliate section, they should have their address there. I always pay 60$ there.