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Old Mar 25, 2013 | 03:22 PM
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Has anyone else had a problem with extreme tire wear after installing a heavy duty off road bumper and a winch? Within just a few days after the install my tires started wearing down
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Old Mar 25, 2013 | 03:27 PM
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Installed a MOPAR bumper, big D-ring anchors, a Warn M8000, and a steel skid plate under the bumper. Did not notice any extra tire wear. I DID change the springs from 14 fronts to 18 fronts but the change in ride height should not make much difference in tire wear.

Is it possible something threw your toe-in off around the same time. Doesn't take much. Try measuring the toe. Should be around 1/16" to 1/8"
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Old Mar 25, 2013 | 03:29 PM
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What kind of tires? Do you have a lift? Did you do an alignment? Have you had your alignment analyzed? What is your caster angle? Just a few questins to try and help.
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Old Mar 25, 2013 | 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Freewill
Installed a MOPAR bumper, big D-ring anchors, a Warn M8000, and a steel skid plate under the bumper. Did not notice any extra tire wear. I DID change the springs from 14 fronts to 18 fronts but the change in ride height should not make much difference in tire wear.

Is it possible something threw your toe-in off around the same time. Doesn't take much. Try measuring the toe. Should be around 1/16" to 1/8"
Thanks ill check that out
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Old Mar 25, 2013 | 03:58 PM
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Did you adjust the air pressure to compensate for the additional weight?
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