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I had the struts and front tires replaced at 100,000 miles. I'm now at 140,000 miles. The front tires had the steel showing, and I thought the struts were messed up again. A mechanic said the problem was the right wheel bearings (the wheel was a little loose), so I replaced that, got two good Michilen tires on front, and had it aligned. I took it on the freeway for the first time since it was fixed, and it used to be very smooth on the freeway, now every little imperfection on the road I feel it. This car has been a real money pit! I can't help but feel that the problem is somehow related to the front end. What's bizarre, is that after fixing the bad wheel bearing and putting on two new tires on the front, it is now a very poor drive on the freeway which used to be smooth as silk... I replaced all 4 tires; two hardly used ones on the front (same style) and two good ones on the back (the ones in the back are both Michilens but different styles.
What makes this problem better or worse?
going over the slighest bump makes it rattle
How long has your 2009 Buick Lucerne had this problem?
about 6 weeks, but it's worse since I put on new tires and a new wheel bearing
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I question the wheel alignment quality - rear wheels, then front to the rear wheels and their angles. That can really affect road feel and response. Other than that, the suspension should be checked carefully to ensure all front end components are working as designed, and moving as designed. As long as your tires are proper size for the vehicle, it should be no issue. Wheel bearings are not likely to affect road feel so much as other suspension components are -- you really need some good, thorough hands on analysis. www.repairpal.com/repair-shops