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2001 s430

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Old 06-24-2010, 11:37 AM
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Hello I'm new to the Forum and I have a 2001 S430 recently got new tires and a wheel alignment but for some reason when I drive I'm still feeling some vibration. I have gone to the dealer and they say nothing's wrong and they think it's the tires. I went back to where I purchased the tires (michelins)which was Sams tires and they re-balanced them. That worked for a minute but now it's back vibrating mainly when on the expressway traveling over 60 mph. Any adice would be appreciated, I'm tired of going back and forth.
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Old 06-24-2010, 11:48 AM
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the rims could be bent....or you could have worn out suspension parts too.
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 12:12 PM
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They confirmed it wasn't the rims however they did say something about the lower control arm bushings being worn and needing replacing, do you think that could cause the vibrating
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 12:47 PM
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yeah the lower control arm bushings did have issues on earlier S classes. the bushing breaks apart then the actual control arms start to rub against the subframe and is dangerous. it could be bushings yes.
 
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