Uneven tread wear

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  1. Blasther328

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    Front left tire has uneven wear almost as if the tire is leaning in! Raised the shocks as that needed done anyhow but I don’t know how to really diagnose the problem.
     
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    stand back and look at it with the bears set straight, if nothing if visible start measuring, from frame to front/rear and top of tire, and from tire to tire edges, etc. compare those measurements to the side not wearing,
    measurements should show if camber (lean in/out) or toe in/out, is out of whack.
    the ball joints are not adjustable, so only a bent spindle can cause camber

    toe in/out is adjustable with the tie rods.
     
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    I noticed yesterday that it seems from the front on the quad looks like it’s leaning. Almost as if it’s parked sideways on a hill. I’m not very educated with the quad life but I can Definitely say it’s leaning if you really look at it. Didn’t measure yet,will do when I get a day off
     
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    Check that the wheel bearings aren't worn or loose. Are the tires same size and brand? Look at and/or feel the tire to check for broken cords. Maybe even get a torpedo level to help check for what Awk mentioned. Probably need a short board to span across the edge of the rim.

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    Also yes the tires are the same size and brand with the same amount of psi.
     
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    Hard to explain, but you're looking to see if the worn side of tire looks "bigger" on the worn side. How much tread is left on tire(s) ?
     
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    Tires are like new! A lot of tread on all tires.
     

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