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Rough ride and terrible steering problems
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Posted 2/10/2020 11:31 AM
GwagenLover
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Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: Winston Salem, NC USA 27104
Vehicle(s): 2016 G550 & 2016 GLE350
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Rough ride and terrible steering problems

For some time now I have been experiencing hard steering problems with 275/65R19 tires that came on the G.
My wife even complained that the steering was too hard for her.
Even keeping the 2016 G from drifting and fighting the steering wheel to keep the beast in the lane.
Well, I have a set of 2002 8x18's in the garage.
A buddy has a set of new Michelin 275/65R18's he is willing to part with very cheap.
Now the 2016 has 9.5x19's and I am concerned about offset of the 8x18's
Anyway I have the 2002 wheels powder coated and set about to change them out.
Well, long story short I did the change out.
I cannot believe the difference in the ride and steering.
No more fighting the steering wheel to keep the lane.
The ride is great.
Of course the tires are more narrow, but the offset is correct.
The G stands like the 2002 G and I like the look.
I think MB made a mistake putting on wide 19's just for looks, but that is my opinion.
I am happy.


Edited by GwagenLover 2/11/2020 9:20 AM
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Posted 2/10/2020 2:39 PM
DUTCH
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Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: US, GA, Atlanta
Vehicle(s): 2015 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI,2018 Sprinter
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RE: Rough ride and terrible steering problems

Glad you were able to work things out!
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Posted 2/10/2020 6:29 PM
Floobydust
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Location: Massachusetts, USA
Vehicle(s): 1995 E320 Cabrio, 2003 G500, 2000 SL500, 1980 TR8
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RE: Rough ride and terrible steering problems

Anything more the 18" is too much on a G IMHO.
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Posted 2/11/2020 8:49 AM
paulunm
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Date registered: Jan 2015
Location: Los Angeles
Vehicle(s): 2000 G500
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Re: Rough ride and terrible steering problems

I’ve found these trucks to be extremely sensitive to old and or out of balance tires. What I’ve thought was a worn suspension or steering component was remedied by a fresh set of Road Force balanced tires.
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Posted 2/11/2020 9:18 AM
GwagenLover
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Date registered: Apr 2006
Location: Winston Salem, NC USA 27104
Vehicle(s): 2016 G550 & 2016 GLE350
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Re: Rough ride and terrible steering problems

I feel that I am fortunate to have friends that own a local service station.
The original owner was my best friend and he passed away a few years ago.
The family treats me like I am family.
I am a frequent visitor and it is a place to hang out.
I fix anything that I am asked to do that my skill set and old body will allow.
Benefits are enormous as I get free inspections, tire changes and rotation, oil changes, free car washes and any help that I need.
I however do not wear my welcome to the point that I become a moocher without offering to pay.
Most men do not know just how great it is to have someone that has you back when you are getting old and worn.
I am blessed and know how to appreciate my friends. just like you guys here on the forum.


Edited by GwagenLover 2/11/2020 9:32 AM
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