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Old 11-29-07, 08:33 PM
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I have had my 98GS4 for about a little over a year. The previous owner had aligned it prior to me buying it. Well I sat on doing a rotation of my tires and noticed my front driver side has crazy inner tire wear. Yes the tires do bounce around when hitting about 60, only for a little while. Currently running some Kumhos. I thinking of getting some 20s this week so the tires aren’t that big of a deal but if I am getting new shoes I dont want this to happen again.



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Old 11-29-07, 08:50 PM
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There could be many things wrong. Your alignment could be out of spec, or your suspension parts could be worn. Usually the suspension of the car will wear out on both sides about the same time. But since it's your driver side only, I'm leaning towards alignment issue.
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Originally Posted by Jrezo
Need your guys opinion, all help appreciated.
Originally Posted by GSteg
There could be many things wrong. Your alignment could be out of spec, or your suspension parts could be worn. Usually the suspension of the car will wear out on both sides about the same time. But since it's your driver side only, I'm leaning towards alignment issue.
Ditto, I don't think it's a camber issue because you are still stock height, right?

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I thinking of getting some 20s this week so the tires aren’t that big of a deal
What's up man? What wheels are you getting? You need to show up to our next meet.

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Old 12-06-07, 10:20 PM
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Sup Fonz

Ya man Im down. Let me get the new shoes on first. Any suggestions on a cheaper HRE style?


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Originally Posted by GS FONZy
Ditto, I don't think it's a camber issue because you are still stock height, right?
I would check your toe.
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Sorry, yes still stock and it was aligned before I bought it, but from the paperwork this is the same reason why the prior owner had it aligned
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You need to get your suspension checked out for any worn bushings, balljoints, tie rods, etc.
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just clicked on your pic but that looks pretty bad... i have had cars with inner tire wear but it wasn't that concentrated by the sidewall.
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im guessing its your toe.
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how long ago was your alignment? You almost have to get it one once a year. I just got mine redone. I also recommend doing lazer alignment, I have had the best results using lazer alignment shops over the old messuring tape ones.
As for wheels, they are so many out there and all brands have a one of wheel. I am looking for new wheels my self, but can't find the right ones for me.
we plan on having local meets once a month, check on the SoCal section for any updates. good luck with your alignment issue.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=319932
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