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  1. 03-21-2013, 08:37 PM #1
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    Default AFRAME BUSHINGS GOIN BAD

    2011 RTS HAS 15000 MILES ON IT AND THE LEFT FRONT TIRE IS WEARING ON THE INSIDE TREAD THEY ARE SAYING AFRAME BUSHINGS ARE LOOSE , GOING BAD, LET ME KNOW
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  2. 03-21-2013, 09:07 PM #2
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    It happens...especially if you get a bushing that won't take grease, or if you fail to grease them regularly.
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    Default Also..!!

    Driving, suspension and weather conditions will factor in. Scotty will know best have short time with these critters...
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    Be sure and grease the new ones on the inside of the bushings also, I don't think there is a way for the grease to get in there as there are no holes in the bushing. The 2013 models are really easy to get to the fittings now, I have already given my ST a little more grease just in case they missed one.
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  5. 03-21-2013, 11:39 PM #5
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    It could also be alignment
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    If you just consider them as a wear item that needs monitoring and occasional replacement; it's a bit easier...
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    Quote Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01 View Post
    It could also be alignment
    Usually a problem on one wheel indicates a suspension wear or damage issue. Toe-out/in affects both sides.
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  8. 03-22-2013, 09:12 AM #8
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    Default Alignment

    I am having issues with my "ball joints". I thought I could get them replaced at Pit Bull's at Spyderfest but now my front
    tires are wearing. I will need to them replaced and new tires before Spyderfest. I have 60,000mi on my 2010RT so I am
    not overly concerned.
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