I was wondering if the 4matic is more biased to the rear or to the front? From what I can tell, the tread is a bit thinner in the front than rear. What is common on this vehicle? I assume the torque of the CDI may go through tires a bit quicker as well? I didn't really have to rotate them on my w163; the wear was fairly even all the way around.
Do you rotate tires?
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2015 VW Beetle 1.8l, 2014 For Escape, 2001 BMW R1100S. GONE 2009 ML320, 2001 C230K, 1983 240D
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I rotate mine every 10k or A service. I did just have an alignment done at the dealer because I noticed some feathering on the inside fronts. I use it as a chance to check brake pads and such. I use two floor jacks to be able to flush the brakes when I rotate them with the B service.
Did just learn I wasn't torquing the nuts enough, spec is 110 ftlbs. I also use anti-seize on the threads though it says not o.
Did just learn I wasn't torquing the nuts enough, spec is 110 ftlbs. I also use anti-seize on the threads though it says not o.
I may do mine sometime soon. So, front wearing faster is normal?
Also, are there no offroad capable tires available for 19" wheels?! Seems hard to believe . Tirerack came up empty for 255/50/19. I loved the Michelin Cross Terrain before (LTX A/T 2 now).
Also, are there no offroad capable tires available for 19" wheels?! Seems hard to believe . Tirerack came up empty for 255/50/19. I loved the Michelin Cross Terrain before (LTX A/T 2 now).
The fronts do seem to wear a bit sooner than the rears but I attribute that to the engine weight.
I rotate the tires every 6,000 miles per the tire manufacturer. After purchasing from TireRack.com I had my local Goodyear store install them with lifetime rotation and balance.
I really like these tires, much, much better than the Conti OEM's that came with the truck and only lasted 17,000 miles.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...el=ML320 CDI Standard Suspension&autoModClar=
I rotate the tires every 6,000 miles per the tire manufacturer. After purchasing from TireRack.com I had my local Goodyear store install them with lifetime rotation and balance.
I really like these tires, much, much better than the Conti OEM's that came with the truck and only lasted 17,000 miles.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...el=ML320 CDI Standard Suspension&autoModClar=
Thanks for the info! I'll rotate sometime soon.
As far as tires go, I need some that are great in the snow and preferably good offroad as well. Looks like there are only a few options and they are typically 255/55/19 (instead of 255/50/19). Slightly taller sidewall but I guess that should work just fine as well?
As far as tires go, I need some that are great in the snow and preferably good offroad as well. Looks like there are only a few options and they are typically 255/55/19 (instead of 255/50/19). Slightly taller sidewall but I guess that should work just fine as well?
Looks like these are the best option for both on and off road:
Cooper Zeon LTZ 255/55/19
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Cooper Zeon LTZ 255/55/19
Rotated the tires front to back this morning. The fronts actually have quite a bit more wear than the rear.
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