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#2412 of 2421 Re: Where do you see $136 RFT? [bmwqa] by rfl Nov 02, 2009 (10:14 am)
Replying to: bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 8:14 am) Full Size spare on a BMW wheel (whatever style wheel is on the car (if you are to match them). The wheel will cost you(from BMW ---for a style 159 wheel which is what is on my 335XI) about $300 +/-, You can get an aftermarket wheel that doesn't match but of course will work for a spare for about half of that). I covered the tire in a Tirerack "Tiretote" bag---2 of them cost about $20. The wheel fits tight to the rear seat wall and I have a tight bungy cord going around it to 2 "D" rings that are on either side that came on the car. As to the jack... I have an old BMW jack (from 3 cars ago) and an "X" wrench and they both fit into BMW's excuse for a well under the floor.Takes up lots of trunk room, but as I said previously it's liveable and provides terrific peace of mind. Replies to this message: bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 10:20 am)
#2413 of 2421 Re: Where do you see $136 RFT? [rfl] by bmwqa Nov 02, 2009 (10:20 am)
Replying to: rfl (Nov 02, 2009 10:14 am) Thanks for the reply. Do you have any pics?
#2414 of 2421 BMW Bridgestone Run Flat Tires by brickman2 Nov 04, 2009 (5:51 pm)
Does anyone know of a recall on these tires? Absolutely irresponsible on behalf of BMW to not hold the manufacturer accountable! I was in a Calgary dealership yesterday and 3 others waiting for service were discussing how dissapointed they were with BMW's complete lack of concern on this issue.   One of the fellows said that his neighbor went in to a dealership and created a scene....at which point the service manager came out and agreed to replace the tires. If you scream loud enough....you will get looked after, otherwise....be prepared to shell out $2,000 !   Also...just an fyi...the reason BMW went to this technology has nothing to do with safety but rather has to do with their bottom line. Remember that they no longer provide a spare tire which saves them money. Safety is just the spin so don't be fooled !
#2415 of 2421 Towing a motorcycle by frankiec Nov 24, 2009 (12:40 pm)
Does anyone have experience towing a motorcycle (800lbs) using a 335i?   Thanks   Frank Replies to this message: kirstie_h (Nov 24, 2009 1:07 pm)
#2416 of 2421 Re: Towing a motorcycle [frankiec] by kirstie_h HOST Nov 24, 2009 (1:07 pm)
Replying to: frankiec (Nov 24, 2009 12:40 pm) Hi Frank, You landed in a discussion specifically about the run-flat tires. Have a look at our list of BMW 3-Series discussions. I'd pick one that has your year included (e.g., 2009 BMW 3-Series) and post there for more on-topic feedback.
#2417 of 2421 2006 Bridgestone RFT by sagemister Nov 24, 2009 (9:17 pm)
I just traded in my 328i for a 2006 330i with RFT tires with 17800 miles on it a week ago and i am very disappointed with the performance of the car. The ride is bumpy , noisy and rough. I can honestly feel every pebble on the road ..After reading several forums about the drawbacks of RFT tires , i am considering replacing them with the conventional tires . Does anyone have a recommendation for the replacement tires ?Thanks ! Replies to this message: mariobgoode (Nov 27, 2009 10:31 am) shipo (Nov 27, 2009 9:22 pm) aviator01 (Nov 29, 2009 8:10 am)
#2418 of 2421 2006 Bridgestone RFT [sagemister] by mariobgoode Nov 27, 2009 (10:31 am)
Replying to: sagemister (Nov 24, 2009 9:17 pm) Got the 06 330xi with the BS RFT's and just replaced them all with non-RFT Continental Pro 2 from TireRack for less money than 2 tires from the dealer. Voila, no more harsh ride. Hated the car for that, and looking forward to replace it soon. Poor design, poorer customer service.   Be warned though that I had to get a set of new wheels as well (I never liked the stock wheels, UGH), a jack and tire wrench, just in case I get a flat. I know it's rare, but I'd like to be prepared for the just in case. Good luck with yours. Replies to this message: shipo (Nov 27, 2009 9:22 pm) aviator01 (Nov 29, 2009 8:10 am)
#2419 of 2421 Re: 2006 Bridgestone RFT [mariobgoode] by shipo Nov 27, 2009 (9:22 pm)
Replying to: mariobgoode (Nov 27, 2009 10:31 am) Why did you have to get a set new wheels?
#2420 of 2421 Re: 2006 Bridgestone RFT [mariobgoode] by aviator01 Nov 29, 2009 (8:10 am)
Replying to: mariobgoode (Nov 27, 2009 10:31 am) why did you replace the wheels? that was not necessary,GFT fit right in,your next unpleasant surprise is whren the electric coolant pump braks down,if it happens ,shut down engine and get a flatbed truck home
#2421 of 2421 Re: New regular tires [genesisexo] by dtoney Dec 02, 2009 (1:06 pm)
Replying to: genesisexo (Jul 09, 2008 2:55 pm) what did you find out?

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