bdmj989900
Seasoned Expediter
I've got the same wear pattern but it's on the passenger inside drive tire. No body could tell me what caused it. Even had the rear axle alignment checked and it was fine.
Tire wear ? W/photo
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there have been alot of cures mentioned but there are many causes for this type of wear so start the correction process from step one at a good tire/alignment shop.
first check and make sure the tire you have on the truck will handle the front end weight. if its maxed out on the tire capability then get a heavier tire.
spin the tire and check for lateral and longitudinal run out then the rim for the same.
make sure tire is mounted on the rim correctly via measuring the distance from tire ring to rim, should be within a few 32nds.
as mentioned, inflate tire properly by tire brand specs not truck
check and tighten bearings [ factory specs are useless ] a good shop should know this. inspect rest of front end components.
when reinstalling the tire on the hub make sure it is centered.
get a two axle alignment [ once again factory specs useless ] and get a good one, not one on a rack.
this should cure any front tire wear provided you take care of any problems along the way. i am guessing that you are running a tire that is so close to max that all the scrubbing is causing this along with maybe an alignment issue causing the tire to run on this outside tread more..
what is the empty weight on the front axle and the weight capability of the tire ?
first check and make sure the tire you have on the truck will handle the front end weight. if its maxed out on the tire capability then get a heavier tire.
spin the tire and check for lateral and longitudinal run out then the rim for the same.
make sure tire is mounted on the rim correctly via measuring the distance from tire ring to rim, should be within a few 32nds.
as mentioned, inflate tire properly by tire brand specs not truck
check and tighten bearings [ factory specs are useless ] a good shop should know this. inspect rest of front end components.
when reinstalling the tire on the hub make sure it is centered.
get a two axle alignment [ once again factory specs useless ] and get a good one, not one on a rack.
this should cure any front tire wear provided you take care of any problems along the way. i am guessing that you are running a tire that is so close to max that all the scrubbing is causing this along with maybe an alignment issue causing the tire to run on this outside tread more..
what is the empty weight on the front axle and the weight capability of the tire ?
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AMonger
Veteran Expediter
For some reason, I can't see the picture. From the descriptions, though, it sounds like something I've experienced that's caused by a combination of shocks that need to be replaced and suspension settings causing ride-height to be reduced. My understanding is that that causes a basketball effect (bouncing) as you drive, and it causes gradual tire wear as the weight comes down on it repeatedly.
Now, all that's conjecture, being that I'm only going by descriptions, and that you're having the same uneven wear problems only on one tire. And I'm in a CV, but I'm thinking the problem would be analogous.
Now, all that's conjecture, being that I'm only going by descriptions, and that you're having the same uneven wear problems only on one tire. And I'm in a CV, but I'm thinking the problem would be analogous.
nightcreacher
Veteran Expediter
Try buying your tires in october and november.The firsat part of the tire will wear faster than the last half,do to the way the rubber cures.Since the first half wears faster then the second half,the colder weather will slow the wear process down
ChanceMaster
Expert Expediter
Appreciate all the replys, lots of knowledge here, and lots to think about. Going to seek a professional opinion , rethink our psi operating level, and keep a closer eye on what's happening with our steers. I think a rotation is definitely in order as well as reversing direction. Thanks again everyone for your time and advice.
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Monty
Expert Expediter
Interesting read .. when I had my F-750 stretched, this really came into play.
Ackermann steering geometry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
http://www.goodyear.com/truck/pdf/radialretserv/Retread_S6_V.pdf
Ackermann steering geometry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
http://www.goodyear.com/truck/pdf/radialretserv/Retread_S6_V.pdf
River wear (sometimes called erosion wear) is common in situations where steer axle loads are light, turning is infrequent (mainly straight, Interstate routes) and the wear rate is slow. It's very common on motor home RV's, especially with radial tires, where, naturally, the steer axle loads are far less than the drive axle loads. Unfortunately, other than tire rotations, there's really nothing to do about it. Counteract Balancing Beads have been reported to help some, leading to one less tire rotation cycle. Fortunately, this type of wear condition is nothing to worry about from a tire performance standpoint.
denny2010
Expert Expediter
Bent axle (slightly) lol...local garage near home told me that. Been using him for years. On straight truck and personal vehicles. I can only believe him from experience. I know its hard to trust people now a days. But im no mechanic.
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