Front tyres feathering
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2017 AMG C43
Front tyres feathering
Wondering if anyone else has the same issue?
My car is only 2months old and only done 2,500km, I noticed today the tread on front tyres is very rough, like the wheel alignment is out and they're feathering quite badly, the rears are fine, any ideas?
My car is only 2months old and only done 2,500km, I noticed today the tread on front tyres is very rough, like the wheel alignment is out and they're feathering quite badly, the rears are fine, any ideas?
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Went to Dealer today and they said the Toe was more than likely out and suggested I get a wheel alignment but I have to pay $150 for it. Considering I paid $120,000 for the car only a couple of months ago don't think I should have to pay for it.
they should check it for free.
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Out C43 came with Dunlop Sport Maxx RTs. We've done just over 5,000 miles and there's a definitely more wear and scrubbing on the outside of the tyres at the front.
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In Canada, MB covers alignment issues the first year or 20K. Maybe check up on that as you shouldn't have to pay on a new car in that window.
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Unreasonable to expect the new owner to pay to correct a factory build error.
I've watched Corvettes coming off the line, at which time the final alignment is accomplished. Takes all of two minutes.
I would insist MB cover this cost just as they did for the noisy brakes.
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2015 Macan S; 1996 911 C4S
My dealer (Porsche/Audi/VW) has a laser alignment system that takes about 5 minutes to do a check. They clamp alignment devices on each wheel, and then roll the car about 10 feet while a device mounted higher on a wall in front of the car calculates all the parameters for toe-in, camber, caster, etc. The least your dealer should do is check it for you free of charge. I agree with others that they should also correct it if it is out of spec. If they can't do that, they aren't very customer service oriented and I'd find another dealer next time (if available of course). Good luck.
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I agree with what you are all saying. If I really pushed it I could get it aligned no charge as I feel I am entitled to anyway as I haven't hit any pot holes.
I have just bought H&R springs so once installed will need an alignment anyway so will let it go
I have just bought H&R springs so once installed will need an alignment anyway so will let it go
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Would be interested in your feedback on the H&R springs on the ride quality vs OEM.
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Do point out that OEM there is only ‘Toe’ adjustment front (and rear)!
OK if vehicle maintained and driven at showroom height, but day to day commuting encountering high cambered roads, altering/lowering height, load carrying, suspension sag, fitting wide profile tires or curb knock damage – the feature of having front and rear “ongoing Camber adjustment” to change tire “contact angle” is essential along with capability for extra Camber to reduce understeer/increase track width on Race days. With front Caster to “correctly resolve” steering pull and improve brake and steering response.
We saw the need therefore to design, manufacture and reinstate from the early ‘90’s kits that provide precise adjustment (on car under load direct on alignment rack). Also replacing the 4 front and 4 rear highest wearing suspension bushings at the same time. Result is no more ongoing trips to dealers or alignment shops or constantly changing tire brands. Fixing it right…. the 1st time!
For the front (only) you can purchase fluted bolts (not C63/S, S63/S65) – but they are inaccurate having ONE ONLY OFFSET POSITION, providing 3mm (1/8”) which is a minimal 0.3 degree change. The K-MAC patented design allows up to 3 times the adjustment range and is “precise accurate single wrench” adjustable.
Rear kits also provide Camber (and additional rear Toe adjustment to compensate for the new Camber facility). We do not manufacture rear Camber arms – as difficult to fit, access and adjust. Also to resolve premature inner edge tire wear need to reduce all important clearance top of tire to outer fender. Instead the K-MAC unique patented design precise single wrench adjustment system replaces the “lower arm inner bushes” moving base of tire inwards (or outwards to increase negative camber/track width). Comes with bush extraction tool allowing the Camber bushes to be installed on vehicle.
The front bushings are 2 axis/self aligning but without the oil and air voids of OEM. Result is noticeably improved brake and steering response. No modifications to fit – come with instructions and extraction/insertion tubes.
Also manufactured for the rear suspension is a full set of 12 replacement bushings for the 6 multi link arms. Providing significant improvement to rear end stability. Less flex/twitch, increased traction especially when applying power lane changing/overtaking.
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Front Camber and Caster
C400/C450/C43/S63 AMG 4matic #503216K $480
C63/S,S63/S65 AMG #503316K $480
Rear Camber (and extra Toe) #502226K $480
Rear multilink arms performance bush kit #502628K $480
Delivery $30 one kit or $50 front and rear (average delivery time is 3 to 4 days). We accept Visa, MasterCard or PayPal.
OK if vehicle maintained and driven at showroom height, but day to day commuting encountering high cambered roads, altering/lowering height, load carrying, suspension sag, fitting wide profile tires or curb knock damage – the feature of having front and rear “ongoing Camber adjustment” to change tire “contact angle” is essential along with capability for extra Camber to reduce understeer/increase track width on Race days. With front Caster to “correctly resolve” steering pull and improve brake and steering response.
We saw the need therefore to design, manufacture and reinstate from the early ‘90’s kits that provide precise adjustment (on car under load direct on alignment rack). Also replacing the 4 front and 4 rear highest wearing suspension bushings at the same time. Result is no more ongoing trips to dealers or alignment shops or constantly changing tire brands. Fixing it right…. the 1st time!
For the front (only) you can purchase fluted bolts (not C63/S, S63/S65) – but they are inaccurate having ONE ONLY OFFSET POSITION, providing 3mm (1/8”) which is a minimal 0.3 degree change. The K-MAC patented design allows up to 3 times the adjustment range and is “precise accurate single wrench” adjustable.
Rear kits also provide Camber (and additional rear Toe adjustment to compensate for the new Camber facility). We do not manufacture rear Camber arms – as difficult to fit, access and adjust. Also to resolve premature inner edge tire wear need to reduce all important clearance top of tire to outer fender. Instead the K-MAC unique patented design precise single wrench adjustment system replaces the “lower arm inner bushes” moving base of tire inwards (or outwards to increase negative camber/track width). Comes with bush extraction tool allowing the Camber bushes to be installed on vehicle.
The front bushings are 2 axis/self aligning but without the oil and air voids of OEM. Result is noticeably improved brake and steering response. No modifications to fit – come with instructions and extraction/insertion tubes.
Also manufactured for the rear suspension is a full set of 12 replacement bushings for the 6 multi link arms. Providing significant improvement to rear end stability. Less flex/twitch, increased traction especially when applying power lane changing/overtaking.
W205
Front Camber and Caster
C400/C450/C43/S63 AMG 4matic #503216K $480
C63/S,S63/S65 AMG #503316K $480
Rear Camber (and extra Toe) #502226K $480
Rear multilink arms performance bush kit #502628K $480
Delivery $30 one kit or $50 front and rear (average delivery time is 3 to 4 days). We accept Visa, MasterCard or PayPal.
