Re: 4runner 2003 Replacing only one tire
Archon <Chipbee40_SpamNo@yahoo.com> found these unused words:
>Hi, For the second time in 2 years I got a nail through the tire too
>close to the sidewall for repair. First time I replaced all 4 tires. Now
>its supposed to be bad to put a new tire on with 3 half worn ,
>recommended to replace 2 rear, preferably all 4. that's pushing $800 for
>a set, effectively throwing away 3 good tires. So can anyone tell me why
>its such a bad idea? (Spares a different brand with full tread) Surely
>the drivetrain compensates for the different wheel rotations in normal
>driving anyway so why the problem? Traction control should compensate
>for the worn tire slipping? Don't suggest part worn tires from
>resellers, they are all crap. JC
Bring your spare into play, have it and the new mounted for the front. Best
of the 3 for the rear, last for the spare.
I always replace in pairs, but use the spare [if 'new'] as the 2nd.
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