Pajero Tyre Scrub/Suspension Problems
Submitted: Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 11:27
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TheMajor
G'day All
A good mate of
mine is experiencing problems with his 2006 Diesel Mitsubishi Pajero 4x4 with tyre scrub to the inside of his rear
wheels resulting in him having to replace the tyres at about 30,000kms. When he purchased the car he did have polyair bags fitted as he occasionally tows a caravan. The combined weight of the towball download and the weight carried in the car is
well below the maximum load limit and so we have sort of ruled this overweight problem out. Has anybody out there experienced any similar problems or know of any problems with the
suspension of this model Pajero. The airbags were fitted by a reputable company and my mate is considering whether this could be a factor. The tyre manyfacturere where the tyres were fitted informed my mate that the independent
suspension on the Pajero is the cause of the problem and about 40,000kms is the normal wear life with the Pajero with independent
suspension. We sort of find this hard to accept but seeking the forums advice. I would appreciate any assistance with advice in this regard and in anticipation, thank you for your advice.
Cheers The Major
Reply By: Boobook2 - Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 11:35
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 11:35
I had a 2003 NM Pajero with a 2"lift. Never got more than 30,000km out of the rears, The inside scrubbed badly and wore prematurley.
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Reply By: MrBitchi (QLD) - Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:17
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:17
I have a 2001 Paj (same mechanically) and have never had a problem like you describe. I'm currently running Cooper ATR's that have about 35k on them and they show NO abnormal wear patterns.
The weight on the rear won't cause the problem you describe, unless it's constantly fully loaded, in which case the alignment should be adjusted to compensate, nor will Polyairs. If anything they will reduce tyre wear by keeping the rears in there correct alignment when loaded.
I'd suggest that he take it to a reputable 4WD alignment place and get a 4 wheel alignment, not just the front
wheels. Sounds like the toe in/out is set incorrectly.
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Follow Up By: Member - Andrew (QLD) - Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:49
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:49
I agree with John, never had a problem and get much more kilometres out of the tyres than mentioned above.
I did get a 4 wheel alignment and this may make a difference.... i would guess that 4wding would make alignments more regular.
Andrew
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Follow Up By: Member - Vince B (NSW) - Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 13:04
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 13:04
I also run raised springs & polyairs.With f & r wheel alignment & tyre rotation, there are no problems with rear tyres.
Cheers.
Vince
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Reply By: Markcas123 - Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 16:15
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2008 at 16:15
I have heard of this happening to another Pajero.The cause was the polyairs were pumped up to 30psi for towing and not let down after towing was finished.I think max pressure unloaded is about 7psi
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Reply By: Scoof - Thursday, Aug 21, 2008 at 10:48
Thursday, Aug 21, 2008 at 10:48
Hi Major your mate need's a wheel alignment I have had 2 Pajero's and no prob's like that.
I got about 55,000 out of my first set of tyres.Could of got a bit more but was going on a trip.
Cheers Scoof .
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Reply By: TheMajor - Saturday, Aug 23, 2008 at 12:18
Saturday, Aug 23, 2008 at 12:18
Thanks all for your response to the question. My mate has read the response and has decided that he is going to get a new set of tyres and get all the
wheels aligned. The information from the tyre distributor that Pajeros have an alignment problem because of the independent
suspension seems inconsistent to your responses. Thanks again, appreciate it.
Cheers
The Major
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