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    Default Am about to buy some used tires.. Help

    Hey guys, what should I look for when buying used tires?

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    i'd look for:
    patches/plugs
    even wear (the tires themselves, and comparing them to each other)
    sidewall damage
    tread life
    check retail pricing on that specific model and size

    but you still run the risk of sidewall bulges since those wont be apparent till you have them mounted and filled

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    Ok thank you ercchry

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    Most common thing is punctures I think... Stick your head through and look all around inside for patches out even nails already in there...

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    Learn how the date stamps work and check it.

    I bought a set once with a ton of tread left, but they were 8 years old Had to replace them right away. Luckily it was mostly the wheels I was after.

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    Last edited by Cos; 12-28-2016 at 03:11 PM.
    Originally posted by adam c

    Line goes up, line goes down, line does squiggly things and fucks Alberta
    "The stone age didn't end because we ran out of stones"

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    Item bought and seems to be in pretty good condition.. Thanks a lot guys for your help

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