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Post by sich1 on Jun 13, 2024 16:53:56 GMT
hi all
my 4.2.5 is due to to be changed for a 4.5 AWD when i can find an excel or dynamic at the right price.
today i got a puncture on on of my front tyres and investigation found the culprit to be perishing, would you replace tyres on the front with a new pair or a cheap option part worn pair ? all tyres curently on the car are identical in age and type and wear.
the ideal would be someone who has a set of winter or std tyres ( with or without wheels ) stashed away from their days of 4.2 ownership, is there anyone ?? anyone gotm anything stashed away ?
obviously dont want to spend a fortune on a new set if i can get away with a cheaper option. the rav may or may not pass mot this november as last time it had some welding done to pass.
stu
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Post by unclebob on Jun 13, 2024 17:30:51 GMT
With reliable and safety in mind and just to tide you over, I would go new but cheap. Never been a lover of part worn tyres, to many risks, punctured, Sid wall damage , lumps bulges, age, etc.
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Post by charliefarlie on Jun 13, 2024 17:44:24 GMT
Agree with Bob I wouldn’t use part worns . Get a budget set but nothing ultra cheap if your planning on selling the car. Few buyers appreciate the super cheap options. 👍👍
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Post by sich1 on Jun 13, 2024 19:30:06 GMT
tks all, will start looking
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Post by unclebob on Jun 13, 2024 22:14:39 GMT
What size are they stu ?
235/60/16 ?
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Post by sich1 on Jun 13, 2024 22:21:01 GMT
yes, that is correct
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Post by unclebob on Jun 14, 2024 10:16:53 GMT
Not much choice out there for the budget tyres ☹️ Did look up a few of the cheap ones on eBay but don’t even come up on the tyre comparison sites 😮 Tyre review site…. www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/ |
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Post by philip42h on Jun 14, 2024 10:45:08 GMT
How about a set of these: Kumho Solus 4S ? Kumo are the tyre that my local & trusted fitter sells as a 'budget' brand. At £80 the tyres above are offered at pretty much half price and the spec looks decent. And I couldn't find anything much cheaper that I'd want to run on. Just a thought ... |
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Post by jasehutch on Jun 14, 2024 14:01:35 GMT
How about a set of these: Kumho Solus 4S ? Kumo are the tyre that my local & trusted fitter sells as a 'budget' brand. At £80 the tyres above are offered at pretty much half price and the spec looks decent. And I couldn't find anything much cheaper that I'd want to run on. Just a thought ... I had a set of those fitted to the wife's IQ and for the price they were a good choice. |
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Post by sich1 on Jun 14, 2024 14:46:40 GMT
bit of a nightmare  |
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Post by sich1 on Jun 14, 2024 17:48:37 GMT
keep getting drawn to these, and can sell the wheels afterwards  am i mad ? link |
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Post by philip42h on Jun 14, 2024 17:55:36 GMT
keep getting drawn to these, and can sell the wheels afterwards am i mad ? linkThat's exactly one wheel ... right? You'd need at least a pair so that both ends of the axle have the same pattern of tyre. I'm probably missing something ... |
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Post by sich1 on Jun 14, 2024 18:09:04 GMT
my bad he has 2x identical
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Post by charliefarlie on Jun 14, 2024 18:11:48 GMT
keep getting drawn to these, and can sell the wheels afterwards am i mad ? linkIf you buy the 2 the seller has you can’t go wrong. Especially if you aren’t to far away … |
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Post by sich1 on Jun 14, 2024 19:24:14 GMT
2hrs in the GT, might even drop in to you for a cup of tea lol
messaged them for tyre age code etc.
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