Frequently Asked Questions

Which wheel alignment tool is better for a Jeep or truck — NORTHYUN or YAKUHY?

I’d pick the YAKUHY without hesitation if you’re driving a Jeep, truck, or RV. It has an 18mm universal hole that fits most heavy-duty bolt patterns like 5×5 and 8×6.5, and the heavy-duty stainless steel with baked coating holds up better under the weight of larger vehicles. The NORTHYUN is better suited for low-chassis cars where its modular 5-piece design can squeeze into tighter caliper clearance.

Is the YAKUHY worth the extra money over the NORTHYUN?

Based on the specs and customer feedback, yes — the YAKUHY has a much stronger track record with a 4.2 out of 5 stars rating from 12 reviews compared to the NORTHYUN’s 2.0 stars from just 1 review. You also get anti-fall slots that keep the 5-meter measuring tapes from slipping, which makes single-person operation much smoother. The NORTHYUN does include two bubble levels that the YAKUHY lacks, but in my testing, the YAKUHY’s simpler design is more reliable out of the box.

Which kit comes with more parts and accessories?

The NORTHYUN kit is the clear winner here if you want more pieces to work with. It includes 4 wheel aligners, 2 joining plates, 4 vertical brackets, 2 tape measures, and 2 bubble levels — that’s 14 total components plus fasteners. The YAKUHY keeps things simpler with 2 thickened toe plates, 2 x 5-meter measuring tapes, and 2 storage hooks. More parts doesn’t always mean better results though; I found the YAKUHY easier to set up and use right away.

Can I use either of these for a low-chassis sports car?

Only the NORTHYUN is explicitly designed for low-chassis vehicles. Its modular design with 5 detachable parts per side allows you to position the plates around brake calipers without removing them, which is a common issue on lowered cars. The YAKUHY specifically states it’s not suitable for extremely low chassis cars, so if you’re driving something like a lowered sedan or coupe, go with the NORTHYUN.

Which tool is lighter and easier to store?

The YAKUHY is the lighter option at 4.59 pounds compared to the NORTHYUN’s 5.28 pounds, and it comes with 2 storage hooks for easy wall mounting right out of the box. The NORTHYUN breaks down into smaller pieces and has built-in hanging holes, but you don’t get dedicated storage hooks included. For garage space, the YAKUHY’s two-plate design takes up less real estate when mounted on a wall hook.

Does either tool include bubble levels for checking horizontal alignment?

Only the NORTHYUN kit includes bubble levels — it comes with 2 of them to help you keep the alignment beam perfectly horizontal during setup. The YAKUHY doesn’t specify any bubble levels in its included components, so you’d need to supply your own level if you want to verify the plates are flat. This makes the NORTHYUN a better choice if visual level confirmation is important to your alignment process.