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Sedans BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series Run Flat Tires
2145 messages, Last post on Dec 04, 2008 at 8:48 PM
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Replying to: gbeckowski (Jun 30, 2008 5:44 am) i have noticed a bit of air leakage, perhaps 1-2 pounds over a couple of week period...the BMW shop forman says its not unusual, just fill them up and check once a week... i think its nonsense about replacing one tire & damage to the x-drive is "nuts"!!!
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Replying to: bobsap (Jul 01, 2008 10:21 am) I am glad you have the same feeling about the xDrive. I was thinking it is impossible to be affected by a 1/8th or 1/4th inch difference. I'll continue to refill that tire for now. |
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Replying to: bobsap (Jul 01, 2008 10:21 am) As to the replacement of one tire leading to possible damage to the axle, it is true if you already have 10,000 miles on both tires. Check with Mike Miller of Tech Talk at Roundel. He will tell you so. As an owner of a BMW, you may want to join the CCA. The BMW membership magazine, Roundel, is well worth many times of the membership fee, not to mention the rebate you'll receive when you consider the purchase/lease of another new BMW in the future. |
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Replying to: bobsap (Jun 02, 2008 8:48 am) BTW, tires are: Conti Pro Contact SSR - 225/45R 17 - o I also wanted to add - I have never checked tire pressure or rotated the tires.
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Replying to: janette07 (Jul 03, 2008 8:01 am) Regards, OW
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Occasionally folks have mentioned they purchased a spare donut tire with a rim and a jack. If I chose to do this where would be the best place to do so? Thanks
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Replying to: jp900 (Jul 04, 2008 12:49 pm) |
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I have major problem with my tires, this is the second set of tires I purchased, a total 8 tires $2500. just brought another one today, 328.00 from Tire Rack. I keep getting side wall damage , Bridgestone Potenza runflat tires are horrible. I also declined the tire insurance, which I now regret, I drive safely avoid potholes and it doesn't matter, still get side wall (bubble) damage, does anyone know if I can replace these RFT with regular tires, the car does not have a spare. There is a sensor that tell you when the tire pressure is low, will this work if I remove the RFT, any help is appreciated..  thanks |
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bridgestone/firestone same company. dump the run flats and buy a good set of regular tires. save one for a spare in case of flat and be happy. caio for now
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Replying to: larry175 (Jul 05, 2008 10:29 am) First--only lose air as the temp changes and by that I mean when we go from summer to winter type temp changes. Second--each mfg RFT handles differently, rides differently etc. ie--I found the Firestones to be better than OE Goodyears on ride, handling and quiet. Finally--I have driven cross country several times--got a sidewall bubble from a pothole on the interstate in New Mexico, it happens. and I got a flat late nite in Joplin Mo--what happened as I finished an all day run i added air as I was headed north te next day and expected cooler temps-in doing so--on on etire the air hose locked to the vale and broke the valve--the FRT allowed my to drive the 5 miles to the hotel and a local goodyear dealer put in a regular valve so I could continue the trip. That was probably 7-8 years ago so now more dealers have the equipment and knowledge to work with RFT's. But all you need is to be caught 1 time without a spare or not have the right air and sealent and you are in a heap of trouble! |
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