Ordered new tires, Bridgestone Potenza RE950
04-18-2005, 07:28 AM
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Ordered new tires, Bridgestone Potenza RE950
from Tire Rack...
Should be here by wednesday, so I can get it to the dealer for mounting. Time for the snows to go. : ^ )
Should be here by wednesday, so I can get it to the dealer for mounting. Time for the snows to go. : ^ )
04-18-2005, 08:04 AM
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Been running RE950's in summer for 3 years. Absolutely love em......
....They're a bit noisy once they're broken-in. But, they stick like velcro, and perform very well in the rain.
Good luck with them!
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Good luck with them!
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04-18-2005, 08:25 AM
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I was looking at Contis, Michelin, & Pirelli
Didn't want to spend big bucks on tires.....my local tire pirate wanted 65 more per tire + tax on top. I'm looking forward to giving them a try--thanks for your input!
I'm having the dealer check the alignment again...I need to hold the wheel a few points starboard to go straight.
I'm having the dealer check the alignment again...I need to hold the wheel a few points starboard to go straight.
04-18-2005, 08:31 AM
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My local Bridgestone dealer was very competitive vs. TR. Don't forget Road Hazard..(more)
Had 2 tires replaced at different times for no charge....no questions asked.
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04-18-2005, 09:38 AM
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Good point
doesn't hurt to have a good relationship with a local tire company. They're more willing to do free patches and/or move you to the head of the line.
Also make sure you get an all-in price, mounting balancing stems etc. If you want/need road force or Hunter, make sure to check into that. I always thought it was odd that tire shops would do business with Tire Rack and allow them to ship tires to them for mounting.
Also make sure you get an all-in price, mounting balancing stems etc. If you want/need road force or Hunter, make sure to check into that. I always thought it was odd that tire shops would do business with Tire Rack and allow them to ship tires to them for mounting.
04-18-2005, 09:52 AM
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I checked a few local places...
and were much higher then TR. I know it's good to have a local in case of problems. I checked a tire shop that my family has used for 30 yrs., and they changed ownership--everything went up. I'll use them in an emergency.
Tried a few others, and these places you wouldn't want touching your car. I'll pay more for the dealer (they use a Hunter) to mount, but they do a perfect job and don't scratch the heck out of the wheels.
Tried a few others, and these places you wouldn't want touching your car. I'll pay more for the dealer (they use a Hunter) to mount, but they do a perfect job and don't scratch the heck out of the wheels.
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