Tie a string between two jack stands — or whatever you’ve got that’s stable and the right height — and line it up along the side of your car, about halfway up the wheel. Do this on both sides.

You’ll need four jackstands, some string, a tape measure, and a level parking space. With the steering wheel pointed straight ahead, let’s get started! 0:00 / 0:00 See All 5 Photos ...

Alignment racks, lasers, and precision measuring instruments are all well and good, but the poor man's alignment begins with some string, a box of linoleum tiles, and some salt.

The racer can chose from several different levels of system from a simple string method to the advanced newly released RS400Pro Dual Wheel/Triple Laser Alignment System with Level.

We show you how to measure and align your rear end with strings and tape. Find all the details inside Circle Track Magazine.

I understand why consumers ask these questions. Tire balancing coupled with wheel alignment can be expensive. So let's look at why balancing new tires and performing a wheel alignment are necessary.