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Old Sep 16, 2018 | 07:53 PM
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The inside edge of all 4 tires on my 1999 xk8 is worn down to the cords. Outside edges look new?? Where to I look for the problem? The wear is very uniform. Can I put 245x45x17 tires on as replacements instead of 245x50x17
 
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Old Sep 17, 2018 | 06:33 AM
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I would check your suspension for failed front upper shock mounts (you will find foam bits around the top of the shock), bushings, shocks all around for leaks/bad lower shock bushings, etc. Replace these, then add new tires and an alignment.
 
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Originally Posted by charlie warren
The inside edge of all 4 tires on my 1999 xk8 is worn down to the cords. Outside edges look new?? Where to I look for the problem? The wear is very uniform. Can I put 245x45x17 tires on as replacements instead of 245x50x17

255/45R17 is ok.
 
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