Mi front tires wore down completely with 4,000 miles

red6spd · 10-05-2010, 05:44 PM

Didnt you crash your Z???? Could explain alot.

kenchan · 10-05-2010, 05:48 PM

they didn't align the car after a crash?

rockhounds · 10-06-2010, 10:44 AM

I crashed the back and Nissan was using the 350z specs for alignment since they told me they didn't have the 370z Nismo specs at that time. And know they say that's not the reason why my tires wore down. Really don't know what to do... any thoughts?

Thanks for your help guys

kenchan · 10-06-2010, 10:52 AM

your alignment shop should have 370z specs by now. if not, take a copy of the service manual. your alignment is definitely screwed.

Red__Zed · 10-06-2010, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockhounds

I crashed the back and Nissan was using the 350z specs for alignment since they told me they didn't have the 370z Nismo specs at that time. And know they say that's not the reason why my tires wore down. Really don't know what to do... any thoughts?

Thanks for your help guys

No alignment specs would call for that sort of toe.

SoCal 370Z · 10-06-2010, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by rockhounds

I crashed the back and Nissan was using the 350z specs for alignment since they told me they didn't have the 370z Nismo specs at that time. And know they say that's not the reason why my tires wore down.

WTF? Seriously, why on earth were they allowed to use 350Z specs on a 370Z? In my book they owe you tires.

TreeSemdyZee · 10-06-2010, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockhounds

I crashed the back and Nissan was using the 350z specs for alignment since they told me they didn't have the 370z Nismo specs at that time. And know they say that's not the reason why my tires wore down. Really don't know what to do... any thoughts?

Thanks for your help guys

Yeah. They're completely full of crap. There isn't a vehicle on the planet that uses that much negative toe. I've got the 350 numbers from an old alignment if you want 'em.

rockhounds · 10-06-2010, 04:18 PM

I took the car back to them few minutes ago. They will talk to Nissan about what's going on but if they don't take the responsibility about replacing my tires I will go on court for sure. Now I'm hearing some sort of crackling coming up from the suspension when I'm steering to the right... it could cause any damage to the frame/suspension overall? Thanks a lot guys for your help.

kenchan · 10-06-2010, 04:50 PM

yah, our tires are north of 1100 installed so definitely take it up as needed.

not sure about the crackling... is that when you physically turn the steering wheel to the right without moving forward? could be your strut.

TreeSemdyZee · 10-06-2010, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by rockhounds

I took the car back to them few minutes ago. They will talk to Nissan about what's going on but if they don't take the responsibility about replacing my tires I will go on court for sure. Now I'm hearing some sort of crackling coming up from the suspension when I'm steering to the right... it could cause any damage to the frame/suspension overall? Thanks a lot guys for your help.

Could actually be very bad. Not to freak you out, but my grandmother was killed when a tie-rod busted in the car they were driving. I would suggest finding an extremely reputable suspension place and have them inspect it for any damage. Get their evaluation in writing with pertinent info highlighted.

10-05-2010, 05:44 PM	#16 (permalink)
red6spd A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,277 Drives: 2010 Z Coupe M6 SPT Rep Power: 21	Didnt you crash your Z???? Could explain alot. __________________ 2010 Base+Sport 6spd: Stillen G3, FI Non-Resonated CBE, FI Non-Resonated Test Pipes, UpRev Tuned, Custom 24R Oil Cooler, JDM Rear Fog-OEM Harness. ???Whp ???WTQ (Will find out come spring time)

10-06-2010, 10:44 AM	#18 (permalink)
rockhounds Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Miami/FL Posts: 67 Drives: 2009 GT-R Rep Power: 15	I crashed the back and Nissan was using the 350z specs for alignment since they told me they didn't have the 370z Nismo specs at that time. And know they say that's not the reason why my tires wore down. Really don't know what to do... any thoughts? Thanks for your help guys __________________ “Three Rules of Work: Out of clutter find simplicity; From discord find harmony; In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” - Einstein

10-06-2010, 04:18 PM	#23 (permalink)
rockhounds Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Miami/FL Posts: 67 Drives: 2009 GT-R Rep Power: 15	I took the car back to them few minutes ago. They will talk to Nissan about what's going on but if they don't take the responsibility about replacing my tires I will go on court for sure. Now I'm hearing some sort of crackling coming up from the suspension when I'm steering to the right... it could cause any damage to the frame/suspension overall? Thanks a lot guys for your help. __________________ “Three Rules of Work: Out of clutter find simplicity; From discord find harmony; In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” - Einstein

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	they didn't align the car after a crash?

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	your alignment shop should have 370z specs by now. if not, take a copy of the service manual. your alignment is definitely screwed.

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	yah, our tires are north of 1100 installed so definitely take it up as needed. not sure about the crackling... is that when you physically turn the steering wheel to the right without moving forward? could be your strut.