{"product_id":"spc-performance-zinc-shims-2-5x5x3-0-deg","title":"SPC Performance Zinc Alignment Shims, 2.5 x 5 x 3.0 Degree","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSPC Performance Zinc Alignment Shims, 2.5 x 5 x 3.0 Degree\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPC Performance part 10453 is a set of heavy-duty zinc alloy axle alignment shims, sized 2.5in x 5in at a 3.0 degree taper. These shims provide a fast and accurate way to align front or rear axles on popular tandem trailers and trucks. Compared to traditional aluminum shims, the zinc alloy construction offers improved hardness and compression strength at a modest cost increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc alloy construction for improved hardness versus aluminum shims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved compression strength compared to aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, accurate axle alignment for tandem trailers and trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5in x 5in size with 3.0 degree taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10453\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5in x 5in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaper angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 degree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 shims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 zinc alloy alignment shims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout SPC Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPC Performance (Specialty Products Company) designs alignment and suspension components including shims, cam bolts, and alignment tools for trucks, trailers, and passenger vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many shims are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne part number order supplies six shims in a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are these shims used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims are used to align front or rear axles on tandem trailers and trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the taper angle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims have a 3.0 degree taper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material are these shims made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims are made from zinc alloy for improved hardness and compression strength versus aluminum shims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre these better than aluminum shims?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Zinc alloy offers improved hardness and compression strength compared to traditional aluminum shims, at a modest cost increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a qualified installer for axle alignment work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size are these shims?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims measure 2.5in x 5in with a 3.0 degree taper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo these fit passenger vehicles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims are designed primarily for tandem trailer and truck axle alignment applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine the required shim angle and quantity for your alignment correction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the shim between the axle and mounting surface as specified by your alignment procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure with appropriate mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify alignment with a proper alignment check after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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