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Inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest of tire

BoostedGarage20Community StarterJul 6, 20262023 Jeep Wrangler RubiconSacramento
Front tires look fine from the outside but the inner shoulders are nearly done. Car is lowered a little. I'd rather fix the alignment than just keep buying tires—what measurements should I ask the shop for besides toe? I'd rather test this logically than start replacing parts.
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BoostedRoadie3Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd push back a little: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
QuietRoadieCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
BoostedRoadie3Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Jeep Wrangler owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
QuietRoadieCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Same neighborhood, different next step: A second data point from another 2023 Jeep Wrangler owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I'd rather be boring and correct. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Quick add on that: On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
GarageWeekend8Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Have you gotten a second quote in writing? If the story changes I'll post the new data.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Yes, with one caveat: On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” 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.
TrackNerd97Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I parked the 2023 Jeep Wrangler and wrote down what I already tested so I'm not repeating myself. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
TrackNerd97Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. Happy to compare notes if your setup is different. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
TireDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
BoostedRoadie3Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Make the next action something you can finish this week. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I parked the 2023 Jeep Wrangler and wrote down what I already tested so I'm not repeating myself. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
GarageWeekend8Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Any freeze-frame data saved? I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Following up on inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest: still happening, but I have better notes now. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
TrackNerd97Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. If you share a photo of the worksheet, easier to sanity-check. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Thanks — that narrowed it. I'm going to try the simpler check on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler first. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Following up on inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest: still happening, but I have better notes now. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2023 Jeep Wrangler. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Following up on inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest: still happening, but I have better notes now. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
TireDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 6, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Learned this the expensive way on a previous car. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Following up on inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest: still happening, but I have better notes now. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
QuietRoadieCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
TrackNerd97Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. I'll update if anything new shows up.
QuietRoadieCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Jeep Wrangler owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Just my two cents from doing this recently. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
EuroGarage71Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. Happy to compare notes if your setup is different. I'll update if anything new shows up.
GarageWeekend8Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Did the worksheet show tax yet? I'll update if anything new shows up.
EuroGarage71Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
I hear you, though I'd still want a second check. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. That's my plan before I call anyone.
QuietRoadieCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Jeep Wrangler owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
BoostedGarage20Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Thanks — that narrowed it. I'm going to try the simpler check on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler first. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
GarageWeekend8Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. Have you gotten a second quote in writing? I'll update if anything new shows up.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Make the next action something you can finish this week. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
TireDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 8, 2026permalink
That's a good start, but I wouldn't stop there. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
GarageWeekend8Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. When does it actually happen? That's my plan before I call anyone.
TrackNerd97Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. If you share a photo of the worksheet, easier to sanity-check. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Make the next action something you can finish this week. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
TireDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Jeep Wrangler owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento. Learned this the expensive way on a previous car. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
DetailTravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 7, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler in Sacramento, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. That's my plan before I call anyone.
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