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#2405 of 2414 For thoose with RFT by bmwqa Oct 30, 2009 (1:06 pm)
With the ContiProContact SSR RFT for $136 at tire rack, it seems that the price issue with these tires is no longer valid. I just bought a 07 CPE that came with these tires and was wondering what would be the best way avoid some issues associated with fixing/replacing these tires. My main concern is while traveling, being stuck with a flat RFT in a small town with no shops that can fix/replace/install RFTs and having to wait forever for a tow truck, etc. Or worse, having to pay what BMW dealers charge for replacements.   So what do you guys recommend? Fix a flat with compressor, Conti Comfort kit, buying a tire and wheel and leaving it in the trunk? Any solutions or suggestions would be very welcome.   Thanks! Replies to this message: rfl (Oct 30, 2009 1:14 pm) larry175 (Oct 30, 2009 2:44 pm) Firebird_EOU (Oct 30, 2009 3:18 pm) bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 8:14 am) rfl (Nov 02, 2009 10:14 am) and 1 more...
#2406 of 2414 Re: For thoose with RFT [bmwqa] by rfl Oct 30, 2009 (1:14 pm)
Replying to: bmwqa (Oct 30, 2009 1:06 pm) Read my reply in message 2403...go for the full sized spare rft and sacrifice the trunk room. Some day you'll be glad you did! Replies to this message: larry175 (Oct 30, 2009 2:44 pm)
#2407 of 2414 Re: For thoose with RFT [rfl] by larry175 Oct 30, 2009 (2:44 pm)
Replying to: rfl (Oct 30, 2009 1:14 pm) yup, i concur. go for the full size spare and jack. peace of mind, guaranteed
#2408 of 2414 Re: djtesq [larry175] by Firebird_EOU Oct 30, 2009 (3:07 pm)
Replying to: larry175 (Oct 28, 2009 3:37 pm) How much did you pay for the tow, would AAA or BMW Assist tow for free for this case?
#2409 of 2414 40k miles on Conti RFT by Firebird_EOU Oct 30, 2009 (3:09 pm)
Replying to: rfl (Oct 28, 2009 2:35 pm) 80% highway driving and the wear level is still good for 10k miles... however it is noisy. I'll see if I can ride out the winter and see if 3G RFT will be out by early next year.
#2410 of 2414 Where do you see $136 RFT? by Firebird_EOU Oct 30, 2009 (3:18 pm)
Replying to: bmwqa (Oct 30, 2009 1:06 pm) I see $172 and it's not available until 1/08/10.   http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Continental&tireModel=ContiProC- ontact+SSR&partnum=245HR7CPCSSR&vehicleSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes Replies to this message: bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 8:14 am) rfl (Nov 02, 2009 10:14 am) bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 10:20 am)
#2411 of 2414 Re: Where do you see $136 RFT? [Firebird_EOU] by bmwqa Nov 02, 2009 (8:14 am)
Replying to: Firebird_EOU (Oct 30, 2009 3:18 pm) It is $136 for the 16'' and $172 for the 17'' wheel size.   So you guys think it is better to have the full size RFT spare? Now, which wheels should I get and which jack & tools can I use (reasonably priced)?   With the full spare, how do I secure/store it and the tools? I think saw a pic somewhere of someone with a really neat net setup. Anyone has a link or any info?   Thanks again for helping! Replies to this message: rfl (Nov 02, 2009 10:14 am) bmwqa (Nov 02, 2009 10:20 am)
#2412 of 2414 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 2414 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 2414 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 !

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