EVO Four-Wheel Alignment After Advan GT and AD09 Fitment
Quick answer
Yes, a Mitsubishi EVO should have four-wheel alignment checked after fitting a wider wheel and tyre package. This EVO was fitted with 17x9.5 +35 Advan Racing GT Copper Bronze wheels and 255/40R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09 tyres, then aligned to give the car a proper baseline.
Fitted package
- Vehicle: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution / EVO workshop fitment
- Wheels: 17x9.5 +35 5x114.3 Advan Racing GT Copper Bronze
- Tyres: 255/40R17 98W Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Service: wheel fitting, tyre fitting, balancing and four-wheel alignment
- Local workshop: Autosport Tyre World Magill, Adelaide
Product links
- Wheel reference: Yokohama ADVAN GT BEYOND Racing Copper Bronze
- Wheel family reference: Yokohama Advan Racing GT Premium Version
- Tyre fitted: 255/40R17 98W Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Tyre line: Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 collection
- Yokohama brand: Yokohama tyres Adelaide
- Service: wheel alignment Adelaide
Why alignment matters on an EVO
An EVO is a performance all-wheel-drive sedan, so alignment affects steering feel, tyre wear and how settled the car feels under acceleration, braking and cornering. After a wheel and tyre upgrade, the car should not be assumed to drive correctly just because the wheels bolt on.
Toe, camber and steering centre can all affect how the Yokohama AD09 tyres wear. A small alignment issue can become expensive when the tyre is wide and performance-focused.
Why new wheels can change the baseline
Changing to a 17x9.5 +35 wheel changes the relationship between the tyre, suspension and guard. Even when the car has enough clearance, the wider tyre can make an existing alignment issue more obvious.
That is why the final step is not only fitting and balancing. Four-wheel alignment confirms how the car is sitting after the package is installed.
Adelaide driving conditions
Adelaide roads give performance tyres a mixed life. One week can include hot dry roads, pothole hits, city kerbs, wet mornings and hills driving. A well-aligned EVO is easier to drive predictably through that mix.
Alignment also helps customers get more value from the tyre package because the tyre is less likely to scrub away one shoulder early.
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Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS Adelaide locations
For EVO wheel fitment, Yokohama ADVAN AD09 tyres, 255/40R17 fitment checks and four-wheel alignment in Adelaide, contact Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS at Magill, Clarence Gardens or Wingfield.
TYREPLUS Magill | Autosport Tyre World Magill
647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
Phone: 0452 641 023
TYREPLUS Clarence Gardens | Autosport Tyre World Clarence Gardens
911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
Phone: 0420 299 911
TYREPLUS Wingfield | Autosport Tyre World Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013
Phone: 0433 645 411
FAQ
Does an EVO need alignment after wheels?
Yes. Alignment should be checked after changing wheel width, offset or tyre size.
What alignment service was relevant here?
Four-wheel alignment was relevant because the EVO needs the front and rear settings considered together.
Can poor alignment damage AD09 tyres?
Poor alignment can cause avoidable uneven wear on any tyre, and wider performance tyres can make the issue more noticeable.
What tyre and wheel package was fitted?
The package was Advan Racing GT Copper Bronze 17x9.5 +35 5x114.3 with 255/40R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09.
Where is the Adelaide alignment service?
Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS offers alignment support at Magill, Clarence Gardens and Wingfield.