Maxspeed springs & stock shocks = bad tire wear?
09-04-2002, 05:51 PM
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Maxspeed springs & stock shocks = bad tire wear?
I installed Maxspeed springs with stock shocks in May along with OZ 17x8 rims and new Kumho 712's (235x45). I had the car aligned at the same time and kept an eye on inflation. Except for a little bounce due to shocks a bit weak for the new springs, I was very pleased with the new look and the handling. Now 3 months and 1 tire rotation later all 4 of my tires are feathered on the outside edges (somewhat on the inside) and the car sounds like a 4x4 coming down the road. It's infuriating. Any chance the stock shocks coupled with stiffer/lower springs simulated worn suspension and caused the VERY premature tire wear? Thanks for any info.
Scott
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Scott
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09-04-2002, 05:56 PM
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From what i gathered here, alignment should have been done a couple of weeks after spring installation - this will give your suspension time to settle in.
Chances are, after installation the alignment was fine. But after settling in the alignment might have changed a bit.
However, what you say about all 4 tires having uneven wear is confusing me just a bit. I always thought, if any, that only the front would have uneven wear given that the rears can't be adjusted as far as alignment goes.
Perhaps it's the way the rims were installed?
Chances are, after installation the alignment was fine. But after settling in the alignment might have changed a bit.
However, what you say about all 4 tires having uneven wear is confusing me just a bit. I always thought, if any, that only the front would have uneven wear given that the rears can't be adjusted as far as alignment goes.
Perhaps it's the way the rims were installed?
09-04-2002, 06:24 PM
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How many miles do you have on your 2K? If its a little high, replace the struts. I have a 2K2 w/Maxspeeds with no problems yet. (Knock on wood). And yes, I'm running on stock struts.
09-04-2002, 06:29 PM
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Originally posted by maximadave
How many miles do you have on your 2K? If its a little high, replace the struts. I have a 2K2 w/Maxspeeds with no problems yet. (Knock on wood). And yes, I'm running on stock struts.
How many miles do you have on your 2K? If its a little high, replace the struts. I have a 2K2 w/Maxspeeds with no problems yet. (Knock on wood). And yes, I'm running on stock struts.
09-04-2002, 07:18 PM
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Originally posted by e28fixer
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
09-04-2002, 07:30 PM
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Originally posted by e28fixer
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
09-05-2002, 02:32 AM
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I bought Kumhos... I guess I'm a moron.
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too bad my car is dying... my poor poor car.
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too bad my car is dying... my poor poor car.
09-05-2002, 11:50 AM
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Originally posted by victor
maybe it's the offset on the rims..
maybe it's the offset on the rims..
09-06-2002, 11:56 AM
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Originally posted by tkarrh
No problem with my MaxSpeeds w/stock shocks are just fine. Had on for about 5000 miles.
No problem with my MaxSpeeds w/stock shocks are just fine. Had on for about 5000 miles.
09-06-2002, 01:33 PM
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Originally posted by e28fixer
Was just informed by Kumho that the tire pressure NTB told me to run (29/29) was way too low for my application. Apparently I should have been running 38-40psi with my 235/45-17's on 17x8 rims. I guess that would explain at least some of the wear. It looks like I'll have to suck it up and live with these as long as I can. I just HATE loud tires...
Was just informed by Kumho that the tire pressure NTB told me to run (29/29) was way too low for my application. Apparently I should have been running 38-40psi with my 235/45-17's on 17x8 rims. I guess that would explain at least some of the wear. It looks like I'll have to suck it up and live with these as long as I can. I just HATE loud tires...
09-06-2002, 01:37 PM
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Originally posted by e28fixer
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
Just under 33K miles at the moment. I bought the Kumho's based on good reviews at TireRack. They aren't Pilot Sports but certainly this kind of wear is out of the ordinary - even for Kumho's.
09-06-2002, 10:38 PM
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I am running Kumhos on stock suspension for 7K miles already and knock on wood, dont have that kind of a problem. Your tire wear may depend on your driving style as well, if you like taking those corners fast, you'll get more outer wear.
Due to my past experience, I would not take my car for alignment to NTB.
Due to my past experience, I would not take my car for alignment to NTB.
09-07-2002, 04:52 AM
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Originally posted by melteye
Ok... My Kuhmos are silent... But what tire pressure should I use. 18x8.5... 245/40/18
Ok... My Kuhmos are silent... But what tire pressure should I use. 18x8.5... 245/40/18
09-07-2002, 06:27 AM
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