🚗 Classic Fault — Mercedes-Benz W115 (1968–1976)
Toe alignment out causing tyre feathering
💰 Estimated Repair Cost
$50 – $150 USD
Parts and labour estimate
🔧 Tools Required
Alignment equipment or professional workshop
📋 Overview
After 50 years the front wheel alignment is rarely correctly set. Incorrect toe causes rapid feathered tyre wear and directional instability.
🩺 Symptoms
- Feathered or saw-tooth tyre wear on front
- car pulling to one side
- steering off-centre
🔍 Possible Causes
- Incorrect toe setting
- worn track rod ends
- previous amateur adjustment
🛠️ Diagnosis Steps
Inspect front tyre tread for feathering — run hand across tread, sharp edges in one direction confirm toe error.
✅ Most Confirmed Fix
Have front wheel alignment professionally set.
82% of users confirm this fix worked (24 reports)
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