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Old 07-03-2017, 04:41 PM   #1 (permalink)
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So, maybe don't pump your tires to sidewall maximum.

Definitely get odd tire noises checked out.
I paid $250 for a beautiful car. I did not even test drive, the parts were worth more than that. When I took it to a mechanic he said one front wheel was slightly larger than the other, but he said they were the right size.
He didn't mention they were cheap tires and after the tread came off and damaged my car I realized two tires, including the one that blew, were one size too small.
Well, there is another shop I will never visit again.
If you have vibrations, pull over while you still have four tires, and an intact car.
The mechanic said I lost the air intake box. It also damaged the inside of the headlamp. Discount Tire says they were cheap tires and those were not load-rated.
Two Michelin Defenders cost more than I paid for the car.

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