rear tyre outer wear

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rear tyre outer wear

Post by brookie » Mon Oct 22, 2007 10:20 am

off-side rear tyre outer edge is wearing a bit quick, has anyone any suggestions? Thanks again guys!
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Post by bigdaddycain » Mon Oct 22, 2007 10:41 am

This is due to excessive positive camber. Or there could be wear in a bush,or even a faulty shock absorber.

I'd suggest getting all the suspension parts on the rear axle checked out first, then a full four wheel alignment, especially if any work was needed on the suspension/bushes etc.

This does require some investigation,as you will be down on grip,and may affect the handling of your bongo :shock:
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rear tyre outer wear.

Post by brookie » Mon Oct 22, 2007 10:56 am

Many thanks, Bongo booked in to our garage for a check-up!
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Post by bigdaddycain » Mon Oct 22, 2007 1:01 pm

It's zero toe-in for the front wheels in relation to the rears Brookie :wink:

And the camber can be adjusted by undoing the bolt at the knuckle,then physically moving the angle of the shock absorber.

The caster angle can't be adjusted.

Good luck, keep us posted?
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rear tyre outer wear

Post by brookie » Tue Oct 23, 2007 8:52 am

Will do! I'm away for a bit, Bongo booked in for next week, so I'll let you know the outcome. Thanks again ! :)
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Post by dreamwarrioruk » Tue Oct 23, 2007 11:42 am

you would also get that effect if you go round corners on two wheels :shock: :shock:
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