I have a all wheel drive vehicle. A number of years ago all four tires were replaced , they have never been rotated. Now the fronts will not pass inspection but the rears probably have about 40% of tread left. I understand that one can ruin the transfer case if one runs different sized tires on this and many other all wheel drives. I would like to buy two of the exact same tires, which are still available, and put those on the back and put the old tires on the front. Do you think that the difference in diameter between the new tires and the partially worn ones will cause a problem with the drive train?
posted by flummox
on Aug 16, 2011 -
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What's the math to figure out my speed and mileage after going to a larger tire?
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posted by gally99
on Jun 20, 2011 -
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Front-wheel drive car. Back tires worn and will be replaced. Front tires okay for now. Where should the new tires go?
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posted by Opposite George
on Sep 15, 2009 -
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Are "low rolling resistance" tires a worthwhile investment? And how should I go about finding them? How much more should I pay for this type of tire?
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posted by abkadefgee
on Sep 30, 2008 -
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The "check tire inflation" warning light just on my dashboard is on. Am I safe to drive to Thanksgiving dinner?
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posted by arianell
on Nov 22, 2007 -
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My car has developed pulsing brakes and a low-speed wobble, for the second time in under 2 years. Help me get it fixed right this time, please?
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posted by vytae
on Nov 28, 2006 -
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What is the recommended tire pressure for a 95 honda civic ex coupe? Also I know nothing about checking the pressure or giving a tire air.
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posted by icespide
on May 8, 2006 -
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My fiancee's car is a 2003 Altima that I would like to put some snow tires on. I have used 4 tires on my vehicle for work (paid for by the company) and am wondering how much difference there is between using 2 or 4. I am not cheaping out on her of course, but we both have concerns over the cost/benefit ratio as we are just starting out. I am very familiar with using 2 new tires on front wheel drive cars with less tread on the back with all seasons and summer tires, and experienced no difficulty in seasonal months. If you have used 2 tires snow tires only, what was your experience? More inside...
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posted by skyguy14
on Nov 14, 2005 -
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The sticker in my Malibu Maxx prescribes tire pressure of 30 psi; the sidewalls on the tires list a maximum pressure of 44 psi -- is it OK to run them at 35 psi, or higher, to gain better gas mileage, or will the money saved be nullified by shortened tire life?
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posted by beagle
on Apr 19, 2005 -
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How do I protect my car from thieves? I headed out to work this morning and
was confronted by this. (that would be all four tires and wheels - $750 worth) I have a Clifford alarm system, I always park in highly visible areas, I stay out of "bad areas", there is a police academy 100 yards from where this picture was taken. What do I do to make this never happen again? [more inside]
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posted by y6y6y6
on Feb 19, 2004 -
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