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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata — inside shoulder worn out while outside looks fine

RoadDriverCommunity StarterFeb 11, 20262024 Mazda MX-5 Miata ClubFlorida
The tires looked okay until I checked the inner shoulder, which is much more worn. The car is slightly lowered. What alignment measurements matter most if I want to stop eating tires? I am in Florida.
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ManualMechanicish811Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 11, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. A shop burned me once by skipping that step. A day of patience here is cheaper than a wrong part. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
OldSchoolBuyer653Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
That's a good start, but I wouldn't stop there. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida. If it doesn't change the out-the-door or the repair estimate, it's noise. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
OldSchoolBuyer653Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida. If it doesn't change the out-the-door or the repair estimate, it's noise. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
CityWeekend789Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
DieselTraveler475Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
Yes, with one caveat: On the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “5 miata — inside shoulder worn out,” that was the fork that mattered for me. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. If your situation is the opposite, ignore me. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
PistonDaily566Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 13, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida. No need to make it theatrical. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
BatteryDetailerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
TorqueBuyer304Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 13, 2026permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
RustBeltDad777Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “5 miata — inside shoulder worn out,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. This is the filter I use when the thread starts repeating itself. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
DealBuyer603Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 12, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. I'll update if anything new shows up.
RoadDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterFeb 13, 2026permalink
Thanks — that narrowed it. I'm going to try the simpler check on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata first. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
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