Uneven run-flat wear

Schumacher62 · 10-03-2013, 06:52 PM

Here are two pics of the stock front left and right run-flat tires which came stock on my 2011 335d. They have from day one shown un-even wear, and have been noisy and warbling for the duration. Clearly i need new tires, but before i take it in for that, does any one have an opinion on what might be causing wear such as this? My fine son wont give my car back so i am not sure what brand the tires are...at 30K currently.

Actually, ill try buying tires from the online link offered here to the Tirerack. I just dont want to get to an installer and have them tell me it needs all sorts of maintenance just because of the crap tires. Of course, if it does need something ill do it. Should i email my dealer as well?
Thanks all.

SLOWER · 10-03-2013, 11:32 PM

It's likely your alignment. I have the same issue but it's the inside of the tire.

Auto Pilot · 10-04-2013, 12:18 AM

Tires feathering, I had that same issue, not right away, started up after 2 years. Feathering was more pronounced than yours, but not as severe.

I replaced my tires today with new ones, (after 3 years and about 40,000 km on them) got an alignment done, funny thing, from reading the service report it didn't sound like there was any issue with alignment, go figure.

VMRWheels · 10-04-2013, 12:23 PM

I would get your alignment checked out. That's unusual wear for sure!

Red_Bean_Bun · 10-04-2013, 01:27 PM

Take note of the toe settings when doing the alignment ......toe out issue.

GoRomeo · 10-04-2013, 01:30 PM

Also besides taking care of the aligment monitor our air pressure, especially with these RFT. I try check mine often. I carry an air pressure gauge in my glove compartment.

SLOWER · 10-04-2013, 03:32 PM

What are the optimum air pressures?

10-03-2013, 06:52 PM	#1
Schumacher62 New Member 2 Rep 13 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: San Jose, iTrader: (0)	Uneven run-flat wear Here are two pics of the stock front left and right run-flat tires which came stock on my 2011 335d. They have from day one shown un-even wear, and have been noisy and warbling for the duration. Clearly i need new tires, but before i take it in for that, does any one have an opinion on what might be causing wear such as this? My fine son wont give my car back so i am not sure what brand the tires are...at 30K currently. Actually, ill try buying tires from the online link offered here to the Tirerack. I just dont want to get to an installer and have them tell me it needs all sorts of maintenance just because of the crap tires. Of course, if it does need something ill do it. Should i email my dealer as well? Thanks all. Attached Images
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10-03-2013, 11:32 PM	#2
SLOWER Lieutenant Colonel 310 Rep 1,733 Posts Drives: 2003 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: MA iTrader: (8) Garage List 2024 BMW X5 M60i [0.00] 2003 M3 Convertible [0.00]	It's likely your alignment. I have the same issue but it's the inside of the tire.
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10-04-2013, 12:18 AM	#3
Auto Pilot First Lieutenant 10 Rep 303 Posts Drives: 2011 SG CR 335xi e92, M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: GTA, Ontario iTrader: (0)	Tires feathering, I had that same issue, not right away, started up after 2 years. Feathering was more pronounced than yours, but not as severe. I replaced my tires today with new ones, (after 3 years and about 40,000 km on them) got an alignment done, funny thing, from reading the service report it didn't sound like there was any issue with alignment, go figure.
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10-04-2013, 01:27 PM	#5
Red_Bean_Bun Captain 63 Rep 944 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Montreal iTrader: (4)	Take note of the toe settings when doing the alignment ......toe out issue.
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GoRomeo Brigadier General 1251 Rep 4,166 Posts Drives: 330i, 135i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: San Diego CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [9.50] 2006 330i [6.75]	Also besides taking care of the aligment monitor our air pressure, especially with these RFT. I try check mine often. I carry an air pressure gauge in my glove compartment.
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10-04-2013, 03:32 PM	#7
SLOWER Lieutenant Colonel 310 Rep 1,733 Posts Drives: 2003 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: MA iTrader: (8) Garage List 2024 BMW X5 M60i [0.00] 2003 M3 Convertible [0.00]	What are the optimum air pressures?
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