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Old 02-19-2004, 11:22 AM
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Default Car in shop I hit a pothole

They will send wheel to wheel doctor. Will that have any effect on the way the car rides/handles/brakes?

I also need tires. Fronts are shot, rears are OK but have 27k on them. My inclination is to replace all 4. Any reason not to replace all 4 at this time? I am considering Conti Extreme Sports

Thanks for your input.
Old 02-19-2004, 11:27 AM
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Default Darn! I hate when that happens.

With Quattro and that much mileage, you should replace all 4 tires.
Once bent wheel is corrected, you shouldn't feel any difference.
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I have 2 new wheels coming from Tire Rack for the same reason 8-(
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Default Sorry about that

I assume that wheels will be restored to original condition so nothing should be affected. If the ride, etc. sucked after repair, I doubt that many people would get their wheel fixed. I have read here that sometimes a wheel is bent so bad that it is not fixable. Let's hope that is not your situation.
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Default Shame about the pothole. If they can't fix it properly they shouldn't

take on the job. I'd replace all four, unless you really never push your car.
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Thanx 4 New tires are in order. I'll let you know what I think
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