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Suggestions for getting new tires?
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:21 am
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:21 am
I've gone with Costco as my tire place for the past decade or so mostly because of the buy 3 get 1 free deals they offer and also because they offer free rotation and balance. The warranty seems pretty sweet too though I've never had to use it.
I noticed that my latest set of tires have gone bald much faster than expected. They're only at 38k miles and the last time I got an oil change, the serviceman said he thought one of my tires was at a dangerous level. I had already noticed the tires were balding, so I agreed with his assessment.
When I went to Costco to schedule getting new tires, a guy was already at the counter getting pissed about his tires. He said they were way too worn down at 30k miles and wanted them to still be covered under warranty. The guy working the counter said the warranty doesn't cover wear and tear.
So...long story short - Where should I go to get tires? I'd like somewhere reputable but the free rotation and balance would be sweet too.
I noticed that my latest set of tires have gone bald much faster than expected. They're only at 38k miles and the last time I got an oil change, the serviceman said he thought one of my tires was at a dangerous level. I had already noticed the tires were balding, so I agreed with his assessment.
When I went to Costco to schedule getting new tires, a guy was already at the counter getting pissed about his tires. He said they were way too worn down at 30k miles and wanted them to still be covered under warranty. The guy working the counter said the warranty doesn't cover wear and tear.
So...long story short - Where should I go to get tires? I'd like somewhere reputable but the free rotation and balance would be sweet too.
This post was edited on 8/24/17 at 7:23 am
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Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:26 am to StringedInstruments
I can't help Baw, I usually just look at their prices wherever I pull in and go with one of he cheaper options as long as I've heard of the brand.
I got two Douglas on the front a couple weeks ago at the walmarks put on and all the works for like $135 if that helps... that's pretty damn cheap and I'll be 'cited if I can roll them 30k (although I'll push it either way)
I got two Douglas on the front a couple weeks ago at the walmarks put on and all the works for like $135 if that helps... that's pretty damn cheap and I'll be 'cited if I can roll them 30k (although I'll push it either way)
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:27 am to StringedInstruments
Discount tire is legit if you have one. Same perks as Costco, cheap prices on almost any tire you can think of.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:28 am to StringedInstruments
Dont go cheap on tires. Michelin or Hankook.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:29 am to StringedInstruments
Read up on federal testing. Varieties of tires from famous brands are crummy. Moderate price possible.
Getting from lowest provider = probable skew data to bottom of results chart.
Getting from lowest provider = probable skew data to bottom of results chart.
This post was edited on 8/24/17 at 7:30 am
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:30 am to Placebeaux
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Michelin
They actually are Michelin.
Is it possible that wholesale tires are just a cheaper product? Kind of like how TJ Maxx is selling brand-named shirts but they aren't actually the same shirts you'd get at Macy's?
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:30 am to StringedInstruments
Call around for the best price.
Make sure to remind them that you'll be bringing your own air with you so they won't need to charge you for that.
Make sure to remind them that you'll be bringing your own air with you so they won't need to charge you for that.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:31 am to StringedInstruments
As with most things, 'you get what you pay for.' That said, I only buy Michelin tires and I only go to AGCO, because I trust the mechanics. No, they aren't the cheapest. Tires are too important to cheap out on.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:41 am to Enadious
Allied tire on Staring Lane. They've always given me the best deals after shopping around.
If you aren't local then Costco/Sam's is the way to go. I've read that Costco Sam's sells a lower quality tire then its competitors. But I've always doubted these claims. I don't think Michelin is running two different assembly lines to sell the same model tires.
If you aren't local then Costco/Sam's is the way to go. I've read that Costco Sam's sells a lower quality tire then its competitors. But I've always doubted these claims. I don't think Michelin is running two different assembly lines to sell the same model tires.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:43 am to StringedInstruments
Maybe since your car is older its ball joint and such are worn out. That will eat up tires quick.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:44 am to StringedInstruments
Discount tire direct for com
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:50 am to Placebeaux
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Maybe since your car is older its ball joint and such are worn out. That will eat up tires quick.
Totally agree with checking for worn ball joints. Theres alot of other items that could cause worn tires.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:52 am to StringedInstruments
I've gotten my last sets of tires at Sams.
And it's not a Costco issue, it's a manufacturer issue.
Get Michelin.
And it's not a Costco issue, it's a manufacturer issue.
Get Michelin.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 7:54 am to StringedInstruments
"Fresh Tires" joint on Burbank.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:03 am to StringedInstruments
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tires
Discount Tire is the answer
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:09 am to StringedInstruments
You won't like this answer, but you get what you pay for. I never think twice about spending more on a good set of tires.
BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:11 am to StringedInstruments
Research the ones you want online, find a reputable local guy with additional services and buy through them. Might pay a few dollars extra but at least it's your decision.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:12 am to StringedInstruments
quote:This is a myth. The brand-name shirts you get at TJ Maxx are he exact same as you'd get at Macy's. In fact, those exact shirts may have actually been in a Macy's before they were sold at TJ Maxx.
Kind of like how TJ Maxx is selling brand-named shirts but they aren't actually the same shirts you'd get at Macy's?
TJ Maxx buys up unsold merchandise from stores like Macy's. At the end of the season when Macy's is looking to put out new clothes on the racks, they sell their unsold inventory to TJ Maxx for cheap, and TJ Maxx then sells it in their stores for a big discount.
People think the clothing in TJ Maxx is defective in some way. That is 100% false.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:35 am to StringedInstruments
DiscountTireDirect.com
Great prices and the warranty is unbeatable if you want to spend an extra $25 a tire. With their warranty they will replace a tire no matter what the cause is. Delivery is free. Had them ship tires directly to my mechanic. He called after they came in, all I had to do was bring him my vehicle.
Great prices and the warranty is unbeatable if you want to spend an extra $25 a tire. With their warranty they will replace a tire no matter what the cause is. Delivery is free. Had them ship tires directly to my mechanic. He called after they came in, all I had to do was bring him my vehicle.
Posted on 8/24/17 at 8:45 am to StringedInstruments
Tires wearing out close to 50k miles isn't unusual depending on the vehicle. My minivan eats tires, regardless of the brand. I recently went with Falken and have been satisfied.
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