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Dear Q & A: What’s the difference between car wheels being “out of balance” and “out of alignment”? I almost got in an argument with my neighbor about this. My front tires on my elderly (but in perfect condition) Chevrolet Caprice four door sedan are showing some peculiar wear. The steering wheel doesn’t shimmy, even at high speeds, so I figure the problem has to be wheel balance, but my neighbor claims it is caused by wheel alignment. Who’s right?       — W.T. Dear WT: Steering wheel shudder usually indicates front wheels out of balance. Wheels needing alignment often signal the condition by “pulling” to one side or the other as you’re driving on smooth, flat surfaces. Depending on how long it’s been since your fronts were aligned and balanced, how many curbs and deep potholes you’ve struck, and the age of and mileage on your tires, you’re probably due for both...
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