four wheel alignment

Skidmarques at Hutton, Essex is the centre of excellence for Four Wheel Alignment.

Our experienced, fully trained and qualified staff utilise industry leading equipment to produce excellent results.

Our low cost services will enhance the handling characteristics of your vehicle making it safer and improving the driving experience.

And it will reduce tyre wear and fuel consumption, saving YOU money.

FAQ’s

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• Why do I need to have my alignment checked?

  Modern driving conditions can be hard on your car. Pot holes, badly broken road surfaces, bouncing up onto the kerb (tut tut) can all jar the suspension and steering moving them from their correct position.

• How will I know if my car needs re-alignment?

  The most obvious signs are uneven tyre wear, usually to the edges of the tread, or the steering wheel not sitting level when driving straight ahead.

  The car pulling to one side or an unusual “feel” to the handling are also reasons to get it checked.

• Will the equipment you use do the job properly?

  Skidmarques use the latest Hunter Hawkeye alignment system, which is the choice of many leading car manufacturers including Ferrari and Porsche. Hawkeye refers to the same technology seen on the TV, showing the position of the ball at cricket or tennis matches.

  The four post lift we use, was designed to work with the Hunter system, ensuring accuracy and the safety of your vehicle.

• How can I be sure that you can use it correctly?

  Our technical director has fourteen years experience on Hunter alignment systems, from their original equipment through to the current evolution that we use.

  All Skidmarques staff are fully trained and certified in the use of our Hunter alignment system.

• How can I be sure that my car needs adjusting?

  The Hunter alignment system takes many measurements from your vehicle, which it compares against a database of the manufacturer’s original specifications. The results are graphically represented on an easy to read, colour print-out. This shows all specifications that are in tolerance in green, and those that are not in red. We then carefully explain the implications of the results.

• This all sounds expensive, how much does it cost?

  There is no charge for checking your vehicle, if the results show the need for re-alignment, charges start at just £30.00 inc. VAT. for toe-in adjustment, which is the most common requirement. A full price list can be found below.

• How long will all this take?

  The check will take around 10 minutes. The time for re-alignment, depends on whether it is the front or front and back suspension that requires adjustment, the condition of the components and the levels of road dirt and corrosion. However, this is usually around 30-40 minutes.

• Do I need to book?

  It is advisable, but not essential. We always do our best to delay you as little as possible. If you do have to wait, we provide comfortable seating, free drinks and a clean loo!

Prices

All prices include VAT.

We reserve the right to make an additional charge for work on vehicles with complex or modified suspension and steering. We will notify owners of such vehicles prior to starting work and give a quote according to the work required.

We are able to offer re-alignment services to owners of vehicles with shim adjusted steering and suspension. This work is charged at a reasonable hourly rate.

Please ask for a quote for your vehicle.

Contact

By mail or in person at:
Unit 2 Everik Business Centre, Prospect Way, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex CM13 1XG
( Just 10 minutes from J28 on the M25 and just 3 minutes from J12 on the A12)
Click the map on the right to find out where we are. (or here!)

By phone on
01277 210414 or 01277 210582

By e-mail at
contact@skidmarquesltd.com

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