Finicky about alignment
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X166 gls450 2017
Finicky about alignment
I think my front tires are slightly outward from bottom (i think its called +ve Camber ?) as compared to the rare ones ... You can also see that from the pic in the signature .. my car however drives perfectly straight.
Does someone have factory settings for camber caster and tow (upto 2 decimal places) ?
Also, note that my car came with factory 225s, verses every other 06 I see has 245s (maybe coz Feb 05 mfg date)
I want to take it in for alignment, they charge $160 even if alignment wasNOT out. So I want to walk in with some homework
Does someone have factory settings for camber caster and tow (upto 2 decimal places) ?
Also, note that my car came with factory 225s, verses every other 06 I see has 245s (maybe coz Feb 05 mfg date)
I want to take it in for alignment, they charge $160 even if alignment wasNOT out. So I want to walk in with some homework
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'05 E320 CDI, '07 VW Touareg V10 TDI, 2007 Porsche GT3
It's virtually impossible to visually detect minor alignment problems by looking at the wheels. Suggest you examine your tire tread wear, preferably with a tread depth gauge. If you find uneven wear, it's time to consider an alignment.
In my experience, alignment anomalies will reveal themselves in handling or treadware problems.
Good luck.
In my experience, alignment anomalies will reveal themselves in handling or treadware problems.
Good luck.
Last edited by khaug; Mar 20, 2009 at 12:25 AM.
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From: Spokane WA
E 500 4matic, MINI John Cooper Works
I think you have 225's because you have a 4matic - they come with a different tire size - best to verify that at the dealer however -my 500 came with 245 17's but the 500 rear wheel version come with 18" wheels I believe
