Tracking: Your thoughts please

mattyprice4004 · 24 Dec 2012 at 15:35

Hi guys,

I noticed when I first bought my 75 I had odd tyre wear on the front-passenger side.

I've just been for another look, and have noticed when the steering wheel is set dead ahead both front wheels appear to be 'toed out' to each other - I assume the type of shoulder wear pictured is normal for mis-aligned tracking?
I also assume wheels should be 'toed in' rather than out.

I ask as my MPG is down 5-6 on what it should be, and literally everything else is now perfect engine and running wise.

Driver's side:

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Passenger side:

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Tyre wear:

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I am having the tyre affected replaced, and the tracking done soon. I was just curious if this could be the cause of my not-quite-there MPG (around 5-6 less than expected now everything else is perfect).

Cheers

mattyprice4004 · 24 Dec 2012 at 15:58

I've been burned by the typical 'fast fit' places in the past - they took 3 times to get it right.

I'll have a look for a decent place near me - thanks.

mattyprice4004 · 24 Dec 2012 at 16:02

Cheers.

As it has the 17" alloys this doesn't really drive like any of the other 3 75's I've driven - it's a surprisingly sporty ride. I'm trying to work out if it has the Sports suspension option fitted - certainly doesn't have much give when pushing each corner down.

I'm used to having the wingmirrors touch the floor when taking corners at speed - it's refreshing to drive something a little more firm.

mattyprice4004 · 24 Dec 2012 at 16:16

Will do, found a laser alignment place near me that use a Supertrack 3 (?) laser system - sounds like it'll do.

Cheers

mattyprice4004 · 24 Dec 2012 at 16:51

red eye said:
get the suspension looked at too, just incase somethings bent

We had a good look while it was up in the air for it's MOT - everything seems OK to the naked eye. I suppose we'll find out when we get it aligned

mattyprice4004 · 29 Dec 2012 at 19:11

Second hand in tank pump and full hub / spring assembly here now, and full laser alignment done this morning.

Much better

As for not being 'perceptive' it wasn't bad to the point of being distracting, however now it's done it's like a different car. 3-4MPG up according to the computer too.