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Old May 10, 2010 | 11:39 AM
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Well i was changing my oil yesterday are realized I have been driving on threads on my front tires. I tried ordering another set of Toyo T1R but i guess they have been discontinuned so my next step was Vredestein Sessanta but no one has them and I need a new set today. Anybody know a good set of tires that wont break the bank yet are decent and available? Thanks Guys
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Old May 10, 2010 | 12:17 PM
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Well i was changing my oil yesterday are realized I have been driving on threads on my front tires. I tried ordering another set of Toyo T1R but i guess they have been discontinuned so my next step was Vredestein Sessanta but no one has them and I need a new set today. Anybody know a good set of tires that wont break the bank yet are decent and available? Thanks Guys
Nitto NT-05s from Discount Tire Direct........and, the local store says they will meet the on-line prices
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or go with the cute firestone wide ovals for curb protection
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Thanks guys I went with the Kumho XS for $360 after install and balance
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Thanks guys I went with the Kumho XS for $360 after install and balance
good choice! that's what I'm going with on my next round of rubbers
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