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jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:02 PM

I'm know nothing about suspension... outter front tires are wearing crazy fast. Jacked car up, wheels are tight with no play. Alignment is good(just had it done to be safe)

Next things to check?

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:04 PM

Outer is usually toe.

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:05 PM

Both sides can go bad at the exact same time?

DPancoast · 07-07-2010, 03:05 PM

I drove a half hour each way to get a part that fred beans said was there... it wasnt

lol

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPancoast

I drove a half hour each way to get a part that fred beans said was there... it wasnt

lol

They are horrible ever since Angel was in the car accident. I can't wait til he is better and comes back to work.

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpalamar

Both sides can go bad at the exact same time?

Well if the alignment wasn't done correctly then yeah. Where was it done?

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by russiankid

Well if the alignment wasn't done correctly then yeah. Where was it done?

Not sure off hand because I had it checked when I did inspection 2 months ago and I'm pretty sure he outsourced it since he didn't have the machine. I have the printout in the car though in the glove box and it looked within spec when I checked it out.

DPancoast · 07-07-2010, 03:09 PM

if the alignment is in spec then something else is crooked lol

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:10 PM

Unless you have some crazy positive camber, my guess would be your toe is out of alignment.

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:10 PM

Its probally bushings but I have never worked on suspension anything before.

I'll check the toe though.

Elliott18t · 07-07-2010, 03:10 PM

this is toe

what i think you mean is camber... which would effect the inner or outer only..

DPancoast · 07-07-2010, 03:12 PM

have you hit any potholes or big bumps since your inspection?

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:12 PM

If you have a lot of toe-in, you will wear out the outer portion of the tire.

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPancoast

have you hit any potholes or big bumps since your inspection?

I drive in PA :-) But nothing that stands out of the norm.

**Big_Jim** · 07-07-2010, 03:13 PM

hows the tire pressure?

HickRocket1258 · 07-07-2010, 03:14 PM

Everybody is replacing parts like crazy. Jeesh.

I need a new alternator for the mustang which is the easiest part ever to replace on it. Also need to replace wheel cylinders and brake shoes on the rear for the Monte Carlo. Got a lot of work ahead of me this weekend.

Elliott18t · 07-07-2010, 03:15 PM

it would be similar wear but i think alot of toe would be noticable.

jpalamar · 07-07-2010, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big_Jim

hows the tire pressure?

Pressure is good. Checked that and fluids before the beach trip. Thats when I noticed the tires were wearing uneven but didn't look at it since i was rushing. Went to lunch toway and was like 'holy ****' I just bought these damn tiers.

Anyone wanna come up and check it out for some beers and a burger or something?

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HickRocket1258

Everybody is replacing parts like crazy. Jeesh.

I need a new alternator for the mustang which is the easiest part ever to replace on it. Also need to replace wheel cylinders and brake shoes on the rear for the Monte Carlo. Got a lot of work ahead of me this weekend.

My Honda needs an oil change, brakes, brake fluid flush, air filter, pcv valve, distributor. Yeah, I need to do some maintenance.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elliott18t

it would be similar wear but i think alot of toe would be noticable.

Depends on his driving style, too.

russiankid · 07-07-2010, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpalamar

Pressure is good. Checked that and fluids before the beach trip. Thats when I noticed the tires were wearing uneven but didn't look at it since i was rushing. Went to lunch toway and was like 'holy ****' I just bought these damn tiers.

Anyone wanna come up and check it out for some beers and a burger or something?

A burger? What kind of....what? A burger? I think you missed an s there.

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07-07-2010, 03:14 PM	#13936
HickRocket1258 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2005 Location: West Chester, PA Member #415 iTrader: (0)	Everybody is replacing parts like crazy. Jeesh. I need a new alternator for the mustang which is the easiest part ever to replace on it. Also need to replace wheel cylinders and brake shoes on the rear for the Monte Carlo. Got a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. __________________ -Rob Just a mustang that's lowered.....that's about it. Work harder....Millions on welfare depend on you!

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07-07-2010, 03:02 PM	#13921
jpalamar TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Collegeville, PA Member #13773 My Ride: 03 Corvette Z06 iTrader: (3)	I'm know nothing about suspension... outter front tires are wearing crazy fast. Jacked car up, wheels are tight with no play. Alignment is good(just had it done to be safe) Next things to check?

07-07-2010, 03:04 PM	#13922
russiankid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lincoln University PA Member #7769 My Ride: 2012 Scion tC iTrader: (0)	Outer is usually toe.

07-07-2010, 03:05 PM	#13923
jpalamar TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Collegeville, PA Member #13773 My Ride: 03 Corvette Z06 iTrader: (3)	Both sides can go bad at the exact same time?

07-07-2010, 03:10 PM	#13929
russiankid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lincoln University PA Member #7769 My Ride: 2012 Scion tC iTrader: (0)	Unless you have some crazy positive camber, my guess would be your toe is out of alignment.

07-07-2010, 03:10 PM	#13930
jpalamar TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Collegeville, PA Member #13773 My Ride: 03 Corvette Z06 iTrader: (3)	Its probally bushings but I have never worked on suspension anything before. I'll check the toe though.

07-07-2010, 03:12 PM	#13933
russiankid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lincoln University PA Member #7769 My Ride: 2012 Scion tC iTrader: (0)	If you have a lot of toe-in, you will wear out the outer portion of the tire.