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Old 05-26-2007, 05:27 AM   #1
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please help .... advice

I was driving home from work (in my camry) when another driver entered an intersection with me still in it to avoid an accident i swirved and mounted the curb. this caused my front left tyre to blow out... I managed to change the tyre fine (woohoo) but now the car slightly shakes (in the steering) and veers to the left. could this mean i need a wheel balance or alignment, or is it likely to be more serious. I am taking it to a mechania on monday to look at and can't afford to be 'ripped off'

Please share your thoughts.... much appreciated
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Old 05-26-2007, 08:09 PM   #2
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Re: please help .... advice

With the vehicle being front wheel drive major damage could have been done if it was a big curb. If it was a small or normal curb prolly just needs tire replaced, good rotate and balance and an alignment.
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Old 05-26-2007, 09:05 PM   #3
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Re: please help .... advice

was normal to smaller curb and i was travelling at 40km/hr (or about 25 mile/hour) thankyou for your input
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Old 06-01-2007, 10:10 PM   #4
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Re: please help .... advice

Probably bent the wheel at the least.
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