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| Tire Noise -2008 Mazda Tribute | 8/21/2008 |
Q: At about 14,000 miles, I began to notice a lot of road noise (loud reverberating hum)when driving at ...
A: It can be a lot of things. It can be from not having the right PSI to out of balance to out of ...
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| tires | 8/18/2008 |
Q: We bought Goodyear Viva 2 tires for our 2005 Kia Sedona minivan at Walmart about 18 months ago. ...
A: Ok, this is why we do NOT ever buy tires from Wal-Mart or even Sams club. Also this is another ...
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| Fix A Flat | 5/30/2008 |
Q: How come when it comes to Fix A Flat you have no idea what you're talking about? On March 19, 2008, ...
A: This is NO question here. I give the facts that I stand behind. Toyo is a cheap worthless tire. ...
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| Fix A Flat | 5/28/2008 |
Q: How come when it comes to Fix A Flat you have no idea what you're talking about? On March 19, 2008, ...
A: You know Jacques, I really love when people like you ask me questions like this. I really love how ...
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| tire noise | 5/28/2008 |
Q: My 2007 Honda Pilot 2WD with 33,000 miles has Michelin Cross Terrain P235/70R16 104S M+S, which came ...
A: It may not be the tire. The SUV may be making the tire load. That tire is a quiet tire. You may ...
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| tire replacement or plug hole? | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I came out of an appointment to find my car had a flat tire. Mercedes road side changed the tire and ...
A: Yes, this could have happen. It could have been low enough to cause damage to the side walls ( ...
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| Tires | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I had my car tires checked today, and was told that all 4 tires have slipped belts, and that they ...
A: I find it hard to believe that a shop would allow you to leave the shop with unsafe tires ( if that ...
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| Dry Rot | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I have Michelin Harmony Tires that were purchased 11-24-2004 at 79,000 miles (205 65 15) for a ...
A: Michelin is the best tire out there and BFG is ok also. The Michelin Harmony is the only tire made ...
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| Michelin warranty calculation | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I purchased new tires offering "80,000" miles. After 35,000 miles of EVEN(= or - 1/64 inch) wear, I ...
A: As long as the rotation, balance, aliment, PSI have been kept up to date, there should be no ...
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| Higher profile tires on original rim | 4/18/2008 |
Q: Here's a sizing question going contrary to all others in the database. I am currently looking to ...
A: I have checked the fitment guide, and only 215/65R15 tires fit your mini van. Besides the ...
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| Tires for 1997 Lexus ES300 | 4/13/2008 |
Q: This car has $100,000 miles and I am replacing all struts and strut mounts. I plan to have the car ...
A: There is no need to sacfiface anything. A Michelin tire will give you smooth ride and long wear and ...
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| Warranty | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I was told by a tires dealer that if I buy only two Michelin, or Cooper tires and have them ...
A: I have never heard of it voiding a warranty. I would ask for proof where it says that. As for the ...
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| Warranty | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I was told by a tires dealer that if I buy only two Michelin, or Cooper tires and have them ...
A: Yes this is true. I want you to go to: www.michelin.com Under Tire Care & Buying Guide click on ...
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| Fix a Flat use - voids road hazard warranty? | 3/20/2008 |
Q: John, I did not intend to make you defensive with my last reply, but since you did, maybe I should ...
A: You are not pointing anything out to me. I know that is a Michelin warranty. In fact, if you read ...
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| Fix a Flat question | 3/20/2008 |
Q: John - I'm glad you asked me for the warranty information. Here's exactly what Michelin states in ...
A: I'M sorry. Are you trained by Michelin? I am. Are you or where you a Supervisor of a tire dept? ...
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| Fix a Flat question | 3/19/2008 |
Q: John - I'm glad you asked me for the warranty information. Here's exactly what Michelin states in ...
A: You mis-reading this. The addition of liquid, (for example, waterbase sealers ); Will then make the ...
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| Fix a Flat question | 3/19/2008 |
Q: John - I'm glad you asked me for the warranty information. Here's exactly what Michelin states in ...
A: "WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires which become unserviceable due to: - Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, ...
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| Fix a Flat | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I purchased 4 brand new Michelin 80M tires at my local membership warehouse (Sep 2007) and had two ...
A: I can not say why people do things. So I can not answer why they did what they did. I know this ...
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| Fix a Flat | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I purchased 4 brand new Michelin 80M tires at my local membership warehouse (Sep 2007) and had two ...
A: Yes that is correct, and no to the rest. A lot of tire shops and clubs, have a policy on fix a flat ...
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| Tire weight vs. Mileage | 3/6/2008 |
Q: Last summer I bought a used 2004 Sienna LE AWD. It came with Bridgestone Run Flat Tires. While my ...
A: Any weight effects gas mileage, but 50 lbs is hard to see. The benefit that comes with run flat, ...
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| mixing tires | 2/26/2008 |
Q: front tires are regular tires 205 50 17 i want to put directional tires on rear . is it ok to do ...
A: Yes, As I said, As long as the directional tires are on correct, it does not matter if you use them ...
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| mixing tires | 2/26/2008 |
Q: front tires are regular tires 205 50 17 i want to put directional tires on rear . is it ok to do ...
A: If I understand you question right, you want to install directional tires. As long as the ...
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| tire compatibility | 2/11/2008 |
Q: My wife had a flat tire on our Chevy Prizm. It was Friday afternoon. I took off the tire and put ...
A: Yes very much so. Take that tire back and get a full refund ASAP! You have two problems. 1- The ...
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| H rating and T rating | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 98 Nissan Maxima GLE and want to put on P205/65/15 92T Michelin x Radial DT tires. These ...
A: If you want the tire to blow out, and if you can find a shop to sell a lower speed rating, then get ...
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| Quick question about driving with the parking brake engaged | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I apologize since this isn't technically a "tire" question but it comes closest in line with the ...
A: I have done that myself. You should have the brakes checked. There could be damage. Also, have ...
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| tire quality | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I`m retired and only put about 3,000 miles a year on my Ranger Pickup. I drive "in town" 98% of the ...
A: They are junk tires ( Douglas ). Driving even around town or just in town, still requires good ...
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| load/speed rating and tire size | 1/21/2008 |
Q: 2 questions I have a 1995 Toyota Corolla 4 door sedan, with the manufacture P175/65R14. 1st ...
A: Sharon, 175/65R14 and 185/65R14. I am not sure if that 82H is OEM. Check the sticker on the driver ...
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| Uniroyal Tiger Paw AWP II | 1/18/2008 |
Q: John, In the "Michelin tires..." thread, you recommended to the questioner that he should look at ...
A: I am not sure of the age of the tire. Like I said, I have owned it for some time. And I have never ...
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| Uniroyal Tiger Paw AWP II | 1/18/2008 |
Q: John, In the "Michelin tires..." thread, you recommended to the questioner that he should look at ...
A: I am not sure what that link is, I checked it and it is a private profile. What is your tire size? ...
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| Michelin tires... | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for tires for my wife's 2003 CRV; the Harmony's that are on the vehicle now gave her ...
A: Fred, I am a Michelin 'die hard ' myself. I was trained at the Michelin school. I prefer ( in ...
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| Michelin tires... | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for tires for my wife's 2003 CRV; the Harmony's that are on the vehicle now gave her ...
A: Fred, Sams club only sells seconds. There products are 2nd, not good enough for retail sells. That ...
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| Michelin Tires 245/40 separation on 2005 Audi A6 | 1/9/2008 |
Q: John It seems that Barbara Rodgers (written on 10/9/2007)is not the only one that has had the ...
A: I will tell you the same thing as I did with Barb. "You need to have the tires looked at by a ...
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| Question on Michelin X-Radial DT fitting on a minivan | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Town & Country that needs new tires, I am planning on replacing all of them. ...
A: Ok, since that link is not working, here they are. HydroEdge® Enlarge Sidewall: Black Sidewall ...
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| Question on Michelin X-Radial DT fitting on a minivan | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Town & Country that needs new tires, I am planning on replacing all of them. ...
A: Here is link of all tires in that size. http://www.michelinman.com/action/tires/find-by-tire-size/ ...
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| TIRES RATING | 12/31/2007 |
Q: WITHOUT ANY KNOWLEDGE OF TIRES I BELEIVE I MIGHT HAVE A MISTAKE,I HAVE 05 HONDA 4CL EX ACCORD, THE ...
A: Phil, Sorry to say, but yes you did make a big mis-take and worst is that the garage made a even ...
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| Question on Michelin X-Radial DT fitting on a minivan | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Town & Country that needs new tires, I am planning on replacing all of them. ...
A: Ted, I will do my best with your questions. If I missed any, just write back. Here is a link for ...
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| Dual rear tire capacity | 12/29/2007 |
Q: My driver was ticketed by the CA Highway Patrol for exceeding the MFG max. load rating of 2,470 lbs ...
A: With all do respect, but if you would have read the link you would have read: "Light truck tires ...
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| tire wear | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I live in an area of Canada (Calgary) that has a very unique winter weather pattern. It is not ...
A: Snow tires are made very soft to give you traction. So yes they will wear faster. The rule is one ...
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| Tire rotation method for 2002 Acura MDX | 12/22/2007 |
Q: The dealer always rotated my original Michelins front to back only--they lasted 55,000 miles and ...
A: The preferred tire rotation pattern for; Rear and 4 wheel drive: RF to LR LF to RR RR to RF LR to ...
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| Tire confusion | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I drive a 2001 Windstar Limited. I need new tires and found myself in the all weather/snow tire ...
A: This is a choice only you can make. A snow tire like the Michelin X-Ice, which is a great tire, is ...
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| Chevrolet Blazer 2000 -Uneven tire wear | 11/26/2007 |
Q: This will be the 3rd time in about 4 years that I have had to replace tires on my vehicle. This is ...
A: Ok here is what you need to do. Get the new tires for a fresh start. Then get an alignment, and ...
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| Tires | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I drive a 1998 Lexus LS400 (88,000 miles), and I have four wrong tires on my vehicle that I will ...
A: Your dealer is correct! Bald tires will slide and not stop and lose control. Wrong size / mix ...
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| wierd tire vibration | 11/15/2007 |
Q: we just had four new 15 inch all season tires put on our 2002 Toyota Sienna. From the minute we ...
A: O boy. This could be a lot of things. It could be a bearing. If I understand your question right, ...
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| Life Span of tires | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I'm wondering about the lifespan of tires. I drive a 2000 Toyota Sienna minivan. Memorial Day, ...
A: Yes and No. Tires have no shelf life and it does not matter when the tires where made. That has no ...
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| Quietest All Season Tire for a Honda Pilot | 11/10/2007 |
Q: I need to replace my OEM tires on 2006 Honda Pilot EX AWD. I do mostly local street and highway ...
A: From the Michelin site; "Michelin® Cross Terrain® SUV tires have been specifically designed for SUV ...
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| Replacement Tires for Honda Civic | 11/9/2007 |
Q: John, I need to replace all four 185-65-R14 tires on my 1997 Honda Civic. I have narrowed my ...
A: Both are junk. Those are the two tires that I do not recommend. Well any Sears tire is junk. They ...
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| Plugging or Patching | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I have been reading on different types of web sites about tire patching and plugging. On some sites, ...
A: Good question here that most people never ask. Plug = this is your local tow truck shop that does a ...
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| Buying used rims for 1997 Safari AWD van | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I am buying new winter tires P215/75R15 for my 1997 Safari AWD van and would like to save some money ...
A: Take the rim off the car or have the junk yard check for you. Look for the stamp size inside the rim ...
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| Flat spots on rear driver's side tire | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I purchased 4 new Futura tires (Pepboys) about 2 years ago (~40K ago) and just now rotated them (I ...
A: Sorry, struts are out of my area. So you need to have it checked. But it may be the tire. First, ...
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| Wobbly Tire / with fluid all over it | 11/4/2007 |
Q: A month ago I hit a pole on the drivers side and noticed that my rear tire wobbles when I drive. I ...
A: You can cause a lot of damage with a wobble tire and it is very unsafe. You need to have that tire ...
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| Tire rotation on a dually | 11/1/2007 |
Q: You can find all kinds of answers to this on the internet, but I would like to know the "proper" way ...
A: Rotation for rear & 4 wheel drive vehicles. ( front wheel is different ) LF to LRO LRO to LRI LRI ...
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| better tires in front? | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I have a FWD-Honda Civic. I recently asked (and paid) to have my tires rotated and what they did ...
A: You are 100% correct. Tires with more tread always go on the back. See video: Go to: ...
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| Harmony tires on 2005 Mustang | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I am looking into getting a new set of tires for my 2005 Mustang. The car is driven in the city and ...
A: Please stay away from Michelin Harmony tires. As much as I love Michelin, please to not get them. ...
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| A/T vs. Snow/Ice tires | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I have a 2wd S10 with standard wheel. (p205/75/15) i know i need new tires, but my question for ...
A: It really depends on where you live. But my guess is you live in an area that receives a lot of ...
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| Removing steel belts from a tire | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I wanted to find out is there an inexpensive way to remove steel belts from tires in order to ...
A: Well Kyle, I have never been asked this before. I really have no idea if or where you can but one. ...
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| michelin tires | 10/15/2007 |
Q: i have a 3 mercedes: 84 300d; 85 300sd; 91 350SDL; & 91 VW Westphalia. i have Michelin Harmony on ...
A: Sorry to hear about the problem with the tire, but I am sorry to say that is so with that model of ...
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| Tire Size | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I have a truck with 205/75-15 tires on it now. How big of a tire can i put on it with out having ...
A: 235 = Section width in millimeters 70 = Aspect ratio R = Radial construction 16 = Rim diameter in ...
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| Tire Rotation pattern for dual rear wheel pickup trucks | 10/12/2007 |
Q: What is the correct procedure for the pattern for dual rear wheel pickup trucks...How are the front ...
A: Rotation for rear & 4 wheel drive vehicles. ( front wheel is different ) LF to LRO LRO to LRI LRI to ...
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| Wal Mart Road Hazard Warranty | 10/11/2007 |
Q: My question is concerning a tire purchased at my local Wal-Mart - I bought 4 brand new Goodyear ...
A: This is one of many reasons I do not shop at walmart. Yes any chemicals will void the warranty. ...
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| Uneven tire wear | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I was wondering about my 1999 Chevy Tahoe and my uneven tire wear I am having with it. It seems to ...
A: Your alignment is way off. You need to go to your dealership and have them fix the alignment. Now, ...
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| Michelin Tires (245/40 R18 97H) | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I have Michelin lo-aspect ratio tires on my 2005 Audi A6. Three of my four original tires have gone ...
A: You need to have the tires looked at by a Michelin dealer. Then call Michelin and talk to them. ...
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| tire sizing | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I have a 2002 Honda CR-V with 205/70R15 tires. I can't find many tires in that size without turning ...
A: It is highly recommend that you stay with the OEM tire size. As for the "lifetime new tire package" ...
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| Tire Noise - 2001 Kia Optima SE | 9/25/2007 |
Q: We get a loud, almost rhythmic, grinding noise at highway speeds. It comes from the back tires, and ...
A: If you want to get raid of the noise, you will need to have all tires match. Also by having all ...
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| Alignment | 9/24/2007 |
Q: John, Due to the complexity and special tools required to to perform a 4 wheel alignment, I am not ...
A: JJ, Sorry but Alignment are out of my area. I know how they effect tire wear, but thats it. Sorry I ...
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| Spare Tire Size Difference | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I drive a 4wd truck with 285/60/18 tires on it now. The spare is a 275/65/18. To my calculations the ...
A: Yes it should work fine. Remember that a spare should only be used, driven on, from the time it is ...
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| low profile tires | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 02 Acura MDX. Originally the vehicle came with 235 65-17. I purchased the vehicle with ...
A: You say it had 17 inch tires on before but now has 19 inch tires. That correct??? If so, you will ...
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| TIRE ROTATION | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 22 MONTH OLD TOYOTA ECHO. MILEAGE = 24,000 KM. I HAVE MICHELIN MX4 ALL SEASON RADIAL ...
A: The "normal recommended" rotation for Front wheel drive vehicles: LF to LR RF to RR LR to RF RR to ...
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| Unknown Tire or Wheel Noise on Passenger Side | 9/20/2007 |
Q: John: I recently had all new BF Goodrich tires and all new brake pads put on my 1998 Ford Explorer ...
A: Kelly, It is best and for your safety that you have it looked at ASAP. There are shops that do ...
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| TIRE ROTATION | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 22 MONTH OLD TOYOTA ECHO. MILEAGE = 24,000 KM. I HAVE MICHELIN MX4 ALL SEASON RADIAL ...
A: The preferred tire rotation pattern for; Rear and 4 wd light truck: RF to LR LF to RR RR to RF LR ...
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| Different Brand of Tires | 9/14/2007 |
Q: We are in a quandary. The Mercedes Dealership is suggesting that we replace the two rear tires(265 ...
A: Here is basic overall for these kind of tires. Speed rating is for: -Safe performance of tires at ...
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| v rated or h rated | 9/13/2007 |
Q: .I read your profile, very impressive, congrats!! I have a dilema and need an unbiased answer. I ...
A: Well first thing first. I would recommend that you fine a different tire shop and never go back to ...
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| Rotating Tires | 9/5/2007 |
Q: Would you recommend rotating tires in the usual manner with one new tire and three half-worn tires?
A: Due to uneven wear, I do not recommend using a new tire with half worn tires to start with. But for ...
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| VW 2003 Eurovan | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I was need to get new tires for my 03 VW Eurovan. Costco & the local VW Dealer says that Michelin ...
A: Eurovan or a Eurovan,GLS, MV etc.? Is it option camper? It appears that Michelin, Uniroyal and ...
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| 2005 Ford Focus ZX5 - Z Rated Tires | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I have been told by every tire sales person that I've seen in the last 4 years (this is my 2nd ...
A: NO. Sorry to say but the only way to get away from z rated is to buy a new car. I have seen a lot ...
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| tallest tire I can fit on my truck? | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I have a stock 94 chevy k1500 4x4 p/u. I know what the optional tire size is (245/75r16) but I need ...
A: Ken, I checked my book and if it is a regular cab the highest you can go is, 245/75R16 50F/50R psi. ...
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| tallest tire I can fit on my truck? | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I have a stock 94 chevy k1500 4x4 p/u. I know what the optional tire size is (245/75r16) but I need ...
A: Ken, I will be honest with you. Books can say things but still not be correct nor work in a case ...
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| rim/tire | 8/28/2007 |
Q: yesterday i hit my 20" rim/tire up against a curb. the rim is partially bent out and that part of ...
A: Sorry to say but the rim and tire are not functional and can not be fix or repaired correct and ...
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| what size tires? | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I bought a '88 Chevy silverado pickup that has the wrong size wheels and tires on it. I need to know ...
A: Is this a C 1500, C 2500 C 3500 K 1500 K 2500 or a K 3500? 2wd or 4wd? Let me so I can finish ...
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| tire pressure | 8/25/2007 |
Q: i have a '86 g20 van. the problem is that there is no placard on the door to tell me what the ...
A: Ok, if this is a standard G20 1986, the OEM size would be P225/75R15 at 35psi. However, If you are ...
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| tire wear issue | 8/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chevy Z71 C1500 crew cab. I replaced my front right tire with my spare (brand new OEM ...
A: Sorry to say, but it sounds like you have messed up the front axle or the area of. When replacing ...
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| tire pressure | 8/25/2007 |
Q: i have a '86 g20 van. the problem is that there is no placard on the door to tell me what the ...
A: Ok. Is it a G20 or a G20HD? ( Sorry, forgot this question ). What weight if any are you hauling? ...
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| tire wear issue | 8/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chevy Z71 C1500 crew cab. I replaced my front right tire with my spare (brand new OEM ...
A: I will try to answer this question, but it is recommended to have someone look at your tire to know ...
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