fiestaperson

Hiya, A geometry check need not be too expensive. But rule out the obvious first before spending money. The other suggestion I have to check for accident damage is something I picked up. Its a bit crude and will not tell you everything but its worth a try. Get a long tape measure and measure from wheel centre to wheel centre on both sides and then compare with specs for your model. What you might find is that everything is ok or you might find the wheelbase is out of allignment. As I say its very crude but its a pointer. Checks dampers and all the bushes for the rear suspension assembly and see if there are any obvious signs or damage due to RTA or some monkey of a mechanic. Again I know this sounds silly but double check your tyre pressures with FORD. Although if they are underinflated the wear would occur on both shoulders of the tyre. The fact that the tyres are wearing exactly the same way on both sides would suggest the toe out is wrong. Are you carrying a load of weight in the back regularly?? Someone suggested springs being faulty I think this is unlikely but has someone changed them for a different set. Finally do an HPI check on the car to see if it has a V23 report on it (Written off serious accident damage) Hope it all works out for you. Please post the answer if you get one Link to HPI http://www.hpicheck.com/newfrontend/?supplier=goog

I would have thought the fitting firm would have eliminated that. There are desperate to take your money.

Yes it certainly sounds like a serious problem. Yes it is right there is no adjustment on the rear suspension. I would suspect the cars shell has been distorted in an accident. If it is wearing out its tyres in the way you suggest then the car is going to be dangerous under heavy braking. The only solution is to get shot of the car Sorry

I agree it sounds like a dicky hydraulic tappet to me. Bearing in mind the fact the head had been off it is not beyond the bounds of possibility that one has gone wrong.

I totally agree. That price is outragous. A trip to the Citizens Advice Bureau might be a good idea. It sounds like you have a strong case

Drill a hole in the floorpan It lets the water out :( Only joking