VtotheJ

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So with my bad luck, this is the second time a nail got stuck in my tire on one of my cars within months, this time on the F.

Apparently the sidewall is damaged, and became damaged on my way to the dealership because of the pressure of the tire. So I'm riding on the spare until I get new tires.

But here's my dilemma, the front tires have 8/32 tread which is good... should I replace all four, or only the rears?

And do you F owners usually take it to the dealer to get them mounted on the rim, or Mavis Tire?

Thanks.

avgj0F

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Save the money for other mods and keep the fronts, I say. If the left rear still has great thread left, replace the punctured tire with the same brand tire at where ever can do the job right for le$$. Otherwise, replace both rears at your choice and keep the left one as a spare.

flowrider

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^^^^Not good advice This is a performance car, and different performance tires have different characteristics. Replace both the rears with the same brand and model of tire as the fronts, if, as you say, the fronts still have lots of tread left. As far as where, any good tire shop should be able to mount and balance. You don't need the dealer.

Lou

VtotheJ

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The fronts have 8/32, which is decent, but will probably wear out by the winter, so I might as well replace all four now.

The treadwear is 540 for Continental DWS... and I'll be driving sometimes in winter. Winters in NY are harsh.

So I am probably going to order new tires all around - Continental DWS

At this point I'm deciding whether to pay extra and go with wider tires.

Lou... I already read your epic write-up about upgrading tire widths... it's just a dilemma within my head now! Thanks.

Evil Teo

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lol i will be putting on my continentals soon. can sell u my rear tires unless u have stock michelins then it wont work.

flowrider

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Do it, my man, you wont regret it

Lou

PurduePete

I recommend Discount Tire b/c of their availability. Many locations for warranty related work if you buy from them. Also, they will give you discount towards new tires if your current set still has tread left. I replaced all 4 of mine when one of my rear also had a nail.

VtotheJ

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Thanks for the offer, but I think I'm getting all-seasons now.

My fronts Bridgestone Potenza RE050A's will be going up for sale soon.