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Old 09-28-2009, 05:12 AM   #18 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Modshack View Post
Typically that's the result of "tramlining". Cars with wide tires are particularly susceptible to this. Generally caused by slight road irregularities on heavily trafficed roads. Often you cannot see the road level difference. The tire track areas gradually sink a bit especially where there is heavy truck traffic. The tires nibble and fight side to side in this "groove". Some tires make this more noticeable.


Tirerack tech explanation here: Tire Tech Information - Tramlining: Coping with the Ruts in the Road
Thanks Modshack. That was a good read. I was dumbfounded at first. Thanks for the helpful info.

Guys, I am more of a lurker here but I have seen ALOT of good and helpful posts from Modshack. I'm sure we can do better than a rep of 3! Come on guys if it was a good post then award rep points!
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