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#187 of 196 Re: Shipo...here is what the dealer said [gogonow] by roadburner Jun 30, 2008 (8:55 pm)
Replying to: gogonow (Jun 28, 2008 7:30 pm) Was wondering if they were trying to avoid doing work that is covered by my extended maintenance plan. Can NOT find minimum rotor specs any where!   I wouldn't sweat it- especially if you aren't going to track the car. In my experience most 3 and 5 Series BMWs will only need new rotors every other pad change. That's been the case since the first E3s back in the '60s. The M cars and SUVs are another matter. Replies to this message: gogonow (Jul 01, 2008 7:06 am) roadburner (Jul 02, 2008 9:12 pm)
#188 of 196 Re: Shipo...here is what the dealer said [roadburner] by gogonow Jul 01, 2008 (7:06 am)
Replying to: roadburner (Jun 30, 2008 8:55 pm) Good point roadburner! Driving on the winding and hilly roads here is fun but no track time for this car. THANKS! Replies to this message: roadburner (Jul 02, 2008 9:12 pm)
#189 of 196 Re: Shipo...here is what the dealer said [gogonow] by roadburner Jul 02, 2008 (9:12 pm)
Replying to: gogonow (Jul 01, 2008 7:06 am) No problem, just glad to help. Enjoy your 3er!
#190 of 196 Re: Shipo...here is what the dealer said [gogonow] by rmoss Aug 07, 2008 (11:44 am)
Replying to: gogonow (Jun 28, 2008 7:30 pm) I had the same issue yesterday with my rear brakes. Min spec is 18.4 mm, mine were at 19.3 mm. Dealer did not replace them.
#191 of 196 what is the word ont e bridgestone 19" RFTs by len89117 Aug 10, 2008 (7:25 pm)
I bought a 335 coupe with the 19" tires and sport package. I know people have a lot of issues with the 18' wheels, but the 19"s seem to have different ratings from Tire Rack. The only RFT replacement for them are Pirellis (which cost more and are consumer rated lower)). So I am wondering if the 19" Bridgestones wear as quickly as the 18"s and if anyone can recommend better rubber for me down the road?   Thanks Replies to this message: gogonow (Aug 10, 2008 7:45 pm)
#192 of 196 Re: what is the word ont e bridgestone 19" RFTs [len89117] by gogonow Aug 10, 2008 (7:45 pm)
Replying to: len89117 (Aug 10, 2008 7:25 pm) not sure if GENERAL makes a tire for you but...the ones we put on our 330ci (sports package)...ARE AWESOME! great cornering, etc....just bought some GENREALSfor our Mercedes 430.....replaced OEM Michelins on both.....Great price and terrific feel and low noise....for a convertible!.....good luck
#193 of 196 Wheel Replacement with getting rid of RFTs? by lmankoff Oct 02, 2008 (2:23 pm)
I was talking to a ex BMW service rep and he told me that you had to replace your wheels in order to move to tires other than run flats. Is that true? I've heard troubling stories about RFTs (I have an 07 328i with 15k miles on it) and I'm thinking the RFTs may be a real liability... especially if I have to replace the wheels!!! Replies to this message: shipo (Oct 02, 2008 2:56 pm) lmankoff (Oct 02, 2008 4:10 pm) shipo (Oct 02, 2008 5:24 pm)
#194 of 196 Re: Wheel Replacement with getting rid of RFTs? [lmankoff] by shipo Oct 02, 2008 (2:56 pm)
Replying to: lmankoff (Oct 02, 2008 2:23 pm) No, it isn't even remotely true that you need to replace the wheels. If you feel like putting the poor ignorant soul on the spot, ask him or her to put it into writing, and then when he/she does, inform them that you're sending it to BMW.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: lmankoff (Oct 02, 2008 4:10 pm) shipo (Oct 02, 2008 5:24 pm)
#195 of 196 Re: Wheel Replacement with getting rid of RFTs? [shipo] by lmankoff Oct 02, 2008 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Oct 02, 2008 2:56 pm) Thanks Shipo - didn't make sense to me... is there a good all-round replacement? I live in Texas and really don't drive my vundercar hard at all but do want a tire that will do it justice and get more miles than 20k... thanks for you quick response!   Replies to this message: shipo (Oct 02, 2008 5:24 pm)
#196 of 196 Re: Wheel Replacement with getting rid of RFTs? [lmankoff] by shipo Oct 02, 2008 (5:24 pm)
Replying to: lmankoff (Oct 02, 2008 4:10 pm) Geez, lots of options there. I'd personally go with either a Michelin or a Yokohama performance all-season tire. That said, there are lots and lots of folks who would chose Pirelli, Sumotomo, Toyo, Falken, Goodyear, General...   Go to TireRack.com and look up your car and then play with the filters to see a significant number of tires that will fit.   Best regards, Shipo

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