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Mixing tire brands?

Old Apr 13, 2007 | 01:11 AM
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Mixing tire brands?

I currently have two toyo t1r's 255/30/19 in the front, and have one 285/30/19 toyo t1r at about 80% thread. I can get a Michelin pilot sport close to the same thread for about $130, or i can get a brand new toyo tire for mid $250's, but i was worried about uneven thread wear, not sure if it matters though. I cant find a used toyo t1r in the specs i need so do i get the pilot sport or buy a brand new toyo tire?

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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 12:27 AM
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anyone?
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 02:13 PM
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Do not mix tire models, especially at the rear. That leaves the problem of the uneven tire diameter with the LSD. I have replaced a punctured tire at the rear with a few thousand miles on it with no problems....
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 03:30 PM
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Wouldn't recommend it, tyres will have different traction characteristics.. may even make the car pull to one side if put on the front
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Old May 3, 2007 | 08:25 AM
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rule of thumb, always replace both tires at each end of the car at the same time. never one by itself.
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