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does the car need alignment after front and rear sway bar end link gets replaced?

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#1 ·
Would I need to get an alignment done when changing front and rear sway bar end links?
I'm trying to get rid of some clunking noise coming from the rear of the car. I've recently had the shocks replaced, and that has helped. I know the front end links need replacing which i also plan on doing when I replace the rear sway bar end links. Thanks
 
#4 ·
Ok. Thanks!
I would consider getting an alignment after changing struts/shocks.

Since worn ones droop/sag more, the new ones may require some adjusting to avoid issues. i.e. uneven tire wear, bad handling, road noise
CK
Ok. As of now, the steering doesn't seem any different than before the struts/shocks were changed, but I will make sure to alignment once I can get rid of most of the clunking. I'm going to be checking the rest of the rear bushings(lower and upper control arm bushings, lateral arm bushings, and sway bar bushings) when I swap out the end links.
 
#5 ·
Most likely this is coming in late, but alignment is required when struts, strut mounts, and balljoints are changed. I recently replaced outer ball joints in the front suspension and needed to do an alignment as it went way off due to new components replacing 11 year old factory original.

Hope this helps!