Mismatching tires
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you'll be fine as the 225/50 will be 0.69% larger which is almost negligible. Once you get near 3% that's a no go.
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Yes I have a deal I can grab for 2 225/50’s.Thing is I have 245/45 currently which are worn. Not bald but used nonetheless. So I’m concerned if I put the new 225/50 with the worn 245/45 is that enough of a difference to cause issues.
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I've never understood "deals" on used tires, I mean, for a little over $400 you can put a nice set of General G-MAX AS-05 tires on your car and only need to pay for the mount and balance once in roughly 40,000 miles; will you get even half that from the "deal" tires?
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E39 (10-16-2020)
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I’m with horseshoez. I don’t understand the desire, unless it’s a need item. Save up for some decent tires, they’re the only thing connecting you to the road. ![Shrug](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/shrug.gif)
If it is a need, try to find same size as you currently have used.
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If it is a need, try to find same size as you currently have used.
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E39 (10-18-2020)
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The Mich. is the obvious answer to me. 1 foot can be a huge difference; the difference between a kid being alive and not during a panic stop. That's why best tires and brakes are what I point folks towards.
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E39 (10-20-2020)
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I'm with horseshoez on the generals. Be very careful about good new tires on the front and old on the back because in a wet/hydroplane situation the front will maintain grip while the back slides, ask me how I know. Also check date codes depending on the situation.
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