I have a 2000 X Omega Elite Estate (with 17" wheels and ultra low profile Michelins as supplied new) The car tramlines more than I would expect, particualrly noticeable under braking. Also follows motorway ruts. I suspect the tyres - has anyone experience of this?
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Robin,
I have been considering a 2.5TD Estate for some time, and have been making a mental note of "issues".
I seem to recall that there is some vunerability in the track/balance on Omegas.
Two possible routes to consider:
1/ Check the archive section on the site (the old site, that is) I seem to recall this topic being discussed some time ago.
2/ There is an Omega specialist in Thatcham, Berks, who might be able to give some insight. Available by Google, or possibily in the "good garage guide" on the site.
HTH
Rob
(considering Citroen XM Diesel Estate these days...)
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Thanks, Rob
There is actually lots on this on the archive (finger pointing at low profile tyres) - I'm new to this forum so hadn't discovered the archive.
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Yes, this is something that afflicts cars with wide, low pro tyres and/or stiff suspension. Just get used to it.
With its 215/45ZR17 tyres and very firm suspension my Rover Vitesse Sport is the same. Actually, I quite like the extra feedback - and it certainly discourages "half-asleep" driving!!!
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I have an MV6 with the same size wheels/tyres. Have a full suspension alignment to start.
Mine is also bad at following ruts in the road - the same applies to any car with big rubber.
HTH
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I have 245/45/17" rubber on the Omega and I had the same problem until I replaced my somewhat worn suspension. That in conjunction with tracking and alignment adjustments reduced the problem considerably.
Still happens on occasion depending on the road surface, but I guess thats par for the course given the tyre width.
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I think I started the old post on this very subject. Mine is an MV6 and looked like it was on original Pirelli rubber at 25k miles. The tyres were only half way down to the bars.
Tramlining was so bad, SWMBO thought the car was positively unsafe.
After trying lots of suggestions from here (balancing etc) and replacing a wheel bearing (Vauxhall main dealer suggestion, £180) I changed all 4 tyres and the problem has not been seen again (well, maybe very occassionally on really bad ruts). Replacement tyres were B F Goodrich which seem to be fairly grippy, were a much more satisfactory price than Pirelli or Michelin, and are still wearing well at 45k.
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Now you mention it, Smokie, I remember that mine got better when I changed from Uniroyals to Goodyear F1s (much, much, much better tyres all round in fact). Putting in new shocks & bushes hasn't made any difference though (and the old ones were shot).
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