Tire replacement ~ Where do you guys go?
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i would never let chain tire stores touch my car even if i had to tow it to the next town. it's not worth the worries and risk.
i know of a small tire shop that i trust. installation is about 2-3x more but i'd not trust anyone putting on tires for $17. they will rip you off by upselling. how else do they make a living? all that free balance, rotation means another shot at your wallet when they got your car as a hostage
find a reputable tire shop ahead of time. if you ever need it, you'll know where to go
i know of a small tire shop that i trust. installation is about 2-3x more but i'd not trust anyone putting on tires for $17. they will rip you off by upselling. how else do they make a living? all that free balance, rotation means another shot at your wallet when they got your car as a hostage
find a reputable tire shop ahead of time. if you ever need it, you'll know where to go
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Scoper, what are you running? I just switched over to Conti's from Pirelli's. I have to say, the tread pattern on the Conti's is very agressive and abrasive. Much more than the Pirelli. I was told that it would out perform the Michelin, maybe it will maybe it won't but I won't overpay for the name.
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I bought a set of Pilot Sports from Tire Rack and had them shipped directly to the the shop I normally use, At Speed Motorsports. They did a nice job and not a scratch on my wheels.
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I'm curious where you guys go to replace your tires. I'm debating going to a National chain... just something about those clowns making a mess of things isn't too appealing.
Tirerack has a set of rears on sale for 440, which a local distributor (Discount Tire) matched. However, I've seen these guys work before, busting things up is a daily occurrence.
So I'm curious where you guys go?
Tirerack has a set of rears on sale for 440, which a local distributor (Discount Tire) matched. However, I've seen these guys work before, busting things up is a daily occurrence.
So I'm curious where you guys go?
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Also comes with a pro-rated warranty, which the others don't. DWS is the way to go if you want all around, plus it's quite.
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I live in Montreal where we dont have chain stores, only Goodyear. Gordons Goodyear are great. European AutoWorks has great machines and installers too.
The best guy is at Avos place w great machines and a scrupulos installer.
They are all good, why bother with dealers who are more expensive and not specialists?
The best guy is at Avos place w great machines and a scrupulos installer.
They are all good, why bother with dealers who are more expensive and not specialists?
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