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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 11:23 PM
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For some reason ive gone through 3 different sets of rear tires in the past 5 months since i lowered it. I've gotten alignment twice at 2 different places. Could the reason my tires wearing out because of my coils or something loose?
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Old Apr 6, 2010 | 04:18 AM
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what kind of car do you own? are the tires wearing out on the inside edges? how much negative camber does the rear have?

post up an alignment spec sheet if you have it.
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Old Apr 6, 2010 | 02:52 PM
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Something is definitely wrong. The most likely culprit would normally be the alignment (especially the toe). Other than that, have a close inspection done on your suspension. It could be anything - worn bushings, components that are bent, blown shocks, etc.
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Old Apr 6, 2010 | 09:48 PM
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where are you taking your car? is this like a big O tires/chain stores or is it an actual alignment specialty shop?

most chain shops will have specs for oem settings on their machines but real alignment shops should have the skill and expertise to align your vehicle and make adjustments according to your cars individual setup and/or diagnose what your issues may be.
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Old Apr 7, 2010 | 07:38 AM
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You might want to take it to an independent mechanic with a lot of suspension/alignment experience on our cars. I've heard very good things about this shop in your area.
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Old Apr 7, 2010 | 06:15 PM
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I've been too busy to look for the alignment sheet, ill try to get it up soon. Im only running -2 camber in the front and rears but the rears are wearing out like x10 faster. Another thing is when its raining and i run over reflectors on the ground, the rears seem to drift a little bit. The car gets pretty unstable going 65mph on the freeway when its windy and raining. I drive a 2004 Accord lowered on F2 coilovers.
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