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Question: Inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest of tire

TurboFan87Community StarterApr 5, 20262024 Volkswagen Golf RNew York

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? If I fix it I'll come back and update the thread.

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CleanDadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterApr 5, 2026permalink

Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R in New York, 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. Do that first. That's my plan before I call anyone.

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