Harahan Alignment Svc Incorporated

Several years ago I went to get tires at a national tire chain for my Voyager minivan. I was told that they could not align my new tires because the steering gear tie rod ends were worn. They quoted me a minimum cost of $800 to change the entire steering gear, excluding the alignment cost. The said the alignment cost would vary if the car needed shims. I got a second opinion. I brought the vehicle to Mr. Lopez and told him of their assessment. He checked the vehicle and showed me the movement in my tie rod ends. He said it was not necessary to change the entire steering gear. He changed just the tie rod ends. It cost me $150, including alignment. He originally quoted me a slightly higher price, but when I went to get my car, it was a few dollars less. He said that the parts were a little cheaper than he estimated. That was the first time that ever happened to me. It is always more than quoted. When I drove my car it drove perfectly. It did not drift to the side. Also, it seemed like the tires lasted forever. That got me as a customer.