Rear tyre wear
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Rear tyre wear
So the new daily I have is a 406 saloon, HDi 90.
The inner edge of the rear tyres is completely destroyed, like down to the metal and some, can't believe I missed it when I picked the car up, but it came with plenty of fuel so I guess that offsets the cost of a pair of part worns..
My first thought is the tracking is out, as it also feels a bit tail happy and "wobbly" in corners. Anyone got any other suggestions??
I've jacked it up to swap wheels and all feels solid, so no shot bushes etc..
The inner edge of the rear tyres is completely destroyed, like down to the metal and some, can't believe I missed it when I picked the car up, but it came with plenty of fuel so I guess that offsets the cost of a pair of part worns..
My first thought is the tracking is out, as it also feels a bit tail happy and "wobbly" in corners. Anyone got any other suggestions??
I've jacked it up to swap wheels and all feels solid, so no shot bushes etc..
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Re: Rear tyre wear
If there's nothing loose or worn, someone has probably changed the upper links without ensuring the camber is reset correctly.
Best bet is a 4-wheel alignment, (once you're sure theter are no faulty suspension components).
Have a search on the forum.
Best bet is a 4-wheel alignment, (once you're sure theter are no faulty suspension components).
Have a search on the forum.
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Re: Rear tyre wear
Ok, so can the rears actually be tracked? My local garage insists not, and tbh I can't see how. Confused!?!
Re: Rear tyre wear
yes the rears can be tracked
theres a large bolt that turns a funny shape washer that does it
as said you need a 4 wheel aliament center costs about 50 pounds
if your local garage dosnt know this might be time to find a better garage
theres a large bolt that turns a funny shape washer that does it
as said you need a 4 wheel aliament center costs about 50 pounds
if your local garage dosnt know this might be time to find a better garage
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Re: Rear tyre wear
Heh, yeah I'll go elsewhere. I'll look myself first, it's on the inboard end of the tie rod/stabiliser thingy, right?
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Re: Rear tyre wear
Yes, it's at the inboard end - the bolt has a kind of eccentric head/integral washer, as Nigel was saying.
I'll try to post a diagram later or link to an appropriate post later, unless someone beats me to it, (which is OK by me)!
I'll try to post a diagram later or link to an appropriate post later, unless someone beats me to it, (which is OK by me)!
2002 HDi 2.2 Exec Estate, (2008-12) (wonderful)
2003 HDi 2.2 6-speed Exec Estate (2012-19) (also a gem)
2009 Citroen C5 2.0 HDi VTR+ Estate (godawful heap)
2008 BMW E91 330i touring (great fun - murdered by a reversing SUV)
2007 BMW E91 325i touring (slower smoother quieter)
2003 HDi 2.2 6-speed Exec Estate (2012-19) (also a gem)
2009 Citroen C5 2.0 HDi VTR+ Estate (godawful heap)
2008 BMW E91 330i touring (great fun - murdered by a reversing SUV)
2007 BMW E91 325i touring (slower smoother quieter)
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Re: Rear tyre wear
Ok, that makes sense, I'll get my new tyres fitted at kwik fit, as they'll do a free tracking check, gotta Be worth it, right?
Re: Rear tyre wear
NOjonny81191 wrote:Ok, that makes sense, I'll get my new tyres fitted at kwik fit, as they'll do a free tracking check, gotta Be worth it, right?
By all means get your tyres there but I dout they have they right gear/skill to do thisjob
where in the uk are you?
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Re: Rear tyre wear
omega wrote:NOjonny81191 wrote:Ok, that makes sense, I'll get my new tyres fitted at kwik fit, as they'll do a free tracking check, gotta Be worth it, right?
By all means get your tyres there but I dout they have they right gear/skill to do thisjob
Sorry, I didn't mean I'd get them to do the tracking, just check it and confirm it's out. I get on reasonably well with the guys there anyway, so I can "supervise"
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Re: Rear tyre wear
Have a look at this post: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=14638&p=138145&hil ... er#p138145
There may be better explanations, but I think this will serve
There may be better explanations, but I think this will serve
2002 HDi 2.2 Exec Estate, (2008-12) (wonderful)
2003 HDi 2.2 6-speed Exec Estate (2012-19) (also a gem)
2009 Citroen C5 2.0 HDi VTR+ Estate (godawful heap)
2008 BMW E91 330i touring (great fun - murdered by a reversing SUV)
2007 BMW E91 325i touring (slower smoother quieter)
2003 HDi 2.2 6-speed Exec Estate (2012-19) (also a gem)
2009 Citroen C5 2.0 HDi VTR+ Estate (godawful heap)
2008 BMW E91 330i touring (great fun - murdered by a reversing SUV)
2007 BMW E91 325i touring (slower smoother quieter)