equ
10-24-2005, 06:58 AM
Had a rear tire go on me at about 75-80 mph. There was some vibration, but not a lot, also this hwy has a very rough concrete surface so I was only sure sth was wrong after turning off it and taking a turn. By the time I stopped, the sidewall was visibly damaged and there was a nail in the tread which I presume is the original cause.
Car was very stable at that speed and through the turn. Also jack/iron/etc. all worked well and the spare donut went on in five minutes. The new-to-me gps (garmin) was great at pointing me to several tire stores. Of course, no one seems to have 255/35-18 in stock.
Now the questions:
1. There is 7000 miles on the other side. I'm thinking it excessive to replace both. The tread seems quite deep though I didn't measure yet and wear seems even. Mostly highway, some spirited turns, and no events.
2. I have the bridgestone RE040's. I like their quietness and response. Not in love with the wet grip or the tramlining/nervousness. I find the ride a bit stiff for the level of performance they provides. However, I don't think I want to shell out for changing all four at this point (7000 miles). Is RE050 similar enough (it seems a little easier to find in stock) or should I make a point of putting on exactly the same one? Does anyone have experience with the 050?
Car was very stable at that speed and through the turn. Also jack/iron/etc. all worked well and the spare donut went on in five minutes. The new-to-me gps (garmin) was great at pointing me to several tire stores. Of course, no one seems to have 255/35-18 in stock.
Now the questions:
1. There is 7000 miles on the other side. I'm thinking it excessive to replace both. The tread seems quite deep though I didn't measure yet and wear seems even. Mostly highway, some spirited turns, and no events.
2. I have the bridgestone RE040's. I like their quietness and response. Not in love with the wet grip or the tramlining/nervousness. I find the ride a bit stiff for the level of performance they provides. However, I don't think I want to shell out for changing all four at this point (7000 miles). Is RE050 similar enough (it seems a little easier to find in stock) or should I make a point of putting on exactly the same one? Does anyone have experience with the 050?
