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BossBob Member Since: 30 Sep 2010 Location: Bristol Posts: 1496 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Don’t just go to any old tyre depot. You need a proper 4 wheel alignment check. Have a look here.
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Chrism551 Member Since: 01 Feb 2021 Location: Blackpool Posts: 178 ![]() ![]() |
Its tempting to get it aligned, but I guess if the tyres are stuffed already, that won't fix anything, and with 121k on the clock, worn components won't either. Planning to have a good look underneath at everything, then potentially give it an update, then align it. |
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Bobupndown Member Since: 26 Dec 2014 Location: Upside down behind the TV! Posts: 2957 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Chrism551 Member Since: 01 Feb 2021 Location: Blackpool Posts: 178 ![]() ![]() |
I agree and will look at everything underneath. My only possible concern is if the wheels have been swapped to the rear as they are an older date code than the fronts. Going to my local tyre shop to get them to assess the tyre to start with as to what the actual defect is. looking on line there is descriptions of cupping, stepping, saw tooth wear patterns etc. Above my skill set there. |
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Lightwater Member Since: 21 Aug 2014 Location: Sydney Northern Beaches Posts: 5045 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I think you have problems with wheel alignment & or linkage for the uneven wear.
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Bobupndown Member Since: 26 Dec 2014 Location: Upside down behind the TV! Posts: 2957 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
[quote]I have 6 wheels, 2 spares, & always put the better ones on the front as they do most of the work.
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jules Member Since: 13 Dec 2007 Location: The Wilds of Warwickshire Posts: 5449 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The tyre fitter is correct.
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jules Member Since: 13 Dec 2007 Location: The Wilds of Warwickshire Posts: 5449 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Lightwater Member Since: 21 Aug 2014 Location: Sydney Northern Beaches Posts: 5045 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I don't drive around corners fast. Even on dirt roads!
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jules Member Since: 13 Dec 2007 Location: The Wilds of Warwickshire Posts: 5449 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Its about the unexpected need to swerve really - so called Moose test.
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Lightwater Member Since: 21 Aug 2014 Location: Sydney Northern Beaches Posts: 5045 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Roads down under are too narrow to swerve. It will be straight on for me.
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jules Member Since: 13 Dec 2007 Location: The Wilds of Warwickshire Posts: 5449 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I must admit I love driving on Oz. Well, actually the wife does most of the driving and I navigate.
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OxonPete Member Since: 11 Jun 2024 Location: 11350 France Posts: 207 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Ditto for driving in La France Jules……….
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IanMetro Member Since: 11 Sep 2017 Location: Somerset BS21 Posts: 3405 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
As this car has either a poor/unknown maintenance history, how do we know that the 'stepped tyre' hasn't been refitted or damaged by rubbing against something attached to the car. This kind of wear on the inner edge must be very rare. If you are saying that you are getting massive tyre slippage when cornering, I am very surprised as the Haldex and other FL2 Attitude Over-Rides normally intervene and stop any real fun. They mainly work by limiting power and applying individual rear brakes. If I was in your position I would start by fitting a new set of tyres all round, and then seeing what happened from that known position. AND only then start worrying about any faults that may be present (or not) FL2 XS SD4 Auto 2010 2012-2017 (21k - 91k miles) (MY2011) FL2 Metropolis SD4 Auto 2014 2017- (16k - 84k+ miles) (MY2015) Metro in its 11th Year of (Extended) LR Warranty / Full LR Service History (Expensive, but Trouble/Worry free - hopefully?) |
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