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Tire wears oddly!
This is getting tireing and expensive. My front tires on my 1989 300te wear on the outer edge. Mostly the right front. I can go through a tire in a year. It has been aligned 2x by two different shops. Each time I get excited that the problem will not return. I keep all my tires inflated to 32psi. Any ideas?
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You are not alone.
I just replaced a set on my W124 this weekend that lasted about 9000 miles...but ALL FOUR tires wore down to no tread within that timeframe!! I noticed the shorter tire lifespan about the time I suspected that the front shocks (struts) needed replacing. Also the shock towers might be an issue. Check for leakage on the shocks and cracked rubber on the towers... |
Bushings, bushings everywhere! And how old are they?
Been there...
There are soooo many bushings in the suspension [including those for spring mounts] as well as the those for chassis to subframe that can effect the alignment geometry. You need a dealer or very good inde with alignment machine who will inspect everything. Fortunately, your front A arms have replaceable bushings. Those of use who have 94 & 95 wagons get to replace the entire A arm. How many bushings on your "20" year old car are original? Also check for bent wheel[s] and your data plate for front & rear air pressure. My 94 Wagon is much higher rear than front. |
You're about due for Re-Rubberization.(Bushings,not tires)
Also,It's near impossible to find anyone Except a Mercedes dealer who knows
how to align these chassis properly. |
I have the same wear on my wagon too. It is being caused by the rear control arms for me.
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I had the same issue on my W140. The right front tire was wearing on the outside. After two alignments didn't fix the problem I took it to the dealer where they diagnosed a bad wheel bearing.
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