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Uneven tire wear with 3” level kit

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Shaned97, Aug 13, 2022.

  1. Aug 13, 2022 at 11:39 AM
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    Shaned97

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    when I drive on dirt and get back on asphalt I can see that the outside of tire has just a clean ring around it compared to inner sides
     
  2. Aug 13, 2022 at 11:40 AM
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    What’s your point?
     
  3. Aug 13, 2022 at 11:43 AM
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    If the whole tire were touching the ground I wouldn’t just see a little circle around the outside right? Do the tires not look slanted in? If not then I might need to get my eyes checked.

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  4. Aug 13, 2022 at 11:44 AM
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  5. Aug 13, 2022 at 11:45 AM
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    I cannot determine proper alignment via a picture. I have more faith in your alignment sheet assuming it is recent.
     
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  6. Aug 13, 2022 at 12:17 PM
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    yeah one of the guys I work with pointed out my tire was wearing on the outside n the alignment was last week. I guess I will wait and see if it gets worse.
     
  7. Aug 13, 2022 at 12:25 PM
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    Above 2 1/2" lift...the problems and headaches will follow
     
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  8. Aug 13, 2022 at 2:06 PM
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    That sounds like hearsay.
     
  9. Aug 13, 2022 at 2:10 PM
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    Normal tires don’t show visible wear after a week of normal driving.
     
  10. Aug 13, 2022 at 2:12 PM
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    MalinoisDad

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    Shit I can see camber is off too. And I don’t do alignments. Yikes. Go anywhere else.
     
  11. Aug 13, 2022 at 2:15 PM
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    Tire pressure you are running?
     
  12. Aug 13, 2022 at 2:38 PM
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    Start by getting some ucas either adjustable or with caster added your preference. Then Get a good alignment guy. Run 3-4* caster, 0-.5 positive camber and .05 toe in.
     
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  13. Aug 13, 2022 at 8:05 PM
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    I would not be happy with those alignment numbers.. why are they so far off side to side? I diy my alignment in my garage and checked my track setup against a machine. E338296D-E428-4939-AC0B-A3CCF7112E85.jpg

    No reason they can’t get those numbers closer. Time for OP to invest into string levels and plum bobs.
     
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