Wheel alignment settings

[Leo B]

The original wheel alignment settings where given with the original tires.
I think that wide (like 215/70 R15) tires need different alignment settings. or do I keep same alignments like its written in the original Shop manual?
Do you have any experiences?

Edited December 15, 2025 by Leo B

[Nelson]

I would think they would be the same especially if you use original wheels. Measurement from the ground to the center of the spindle should be pretty close to whatever the original was.

[Dwight FitzSimons]

But, one should not put radial tires on the original thin, 15x5 wheels.  Most use 15x6 or 15x6.5 Ford wheels with radials.  (There are other options.)

--Dwight

[ronmanfredi]

Minor increased tire width doesn't affect alignment settings.  If it has power steering, then you want as much positive caster as possible and zero-1/2 positive camber.  1/4" toe in is preferrable.