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Re: LR3 Dealer alignment voodoo??? [mikeno]
by ssp1
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Feb 27, 2008 (8:39 pm)
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Replying to: mikeno (Feb 27, 2008 2:38 pm)
ive had tire shops strip the lug nuts because apparently it needs a certain size wrench. how bout an independant land rover service center? is there one in your area? Or buythe tires and bring them to the dealer (a pain but if it saves 800 dollars that something). i would only want a certified LR mechanic doing the alignment etc just because of the TEch service bulletin out on this issue (and someeone on here may know much more than i do). See ifthere is an independant service center in your area. if the local land rover club can recommend one perhaps they will be honest enough to tell you if they have the right equipment etc
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- #123 of 170
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ssp1 - Thanks
by mikeno
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Feb 27, 2008 (4:18 pm)
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I posted your recommendation on my state's LR club's message board. We'll see if they know any good local independent LR mechanics. Thanks!
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- #124 of 170
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Re: 2005 lr3 tire update [dbregman]
by fwilmarth
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Feb 29, 2008 (4:01 pm)
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Replying to: dbregman (Apr 11, 2007 9:21 am)
The 285/60R18 Nittos are the exact tires I've been thinking of getting to replace the 17k worn out factory GYs on my '06 LR3. I'm worried, however, about: 1) wheel well clearances, particularly when turning, and 2) the impact of the larger over-all diameter on acceleration, speedometer readings, etc. Can you provide any feedback based on your own experience?
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- #126 of 170
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Re: New Tire Available [lr3maybe]
by fwilmarth
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Mar 06, 2008 (7:21 pm)
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Replying to: lr3maybe (Jan 09, 2008 6:43 am)
I just talked to my local tire dealer about the 265/65R18 BFGs. He said they're 10-ply and would be real heavy and ride really stiff. He said, however, that the Nitto 285/60R18 like you had the same 4+ply sidewall construction that's used for the factory GYs. My LR dealer just replaced for me free-of-charge, BION, the four factory GY's so I'm sort of out of the market for new skins right now; however, I'm still real interested in knowing what if any issues you encountered with clearances (in turning or articulation) and with the effectiive "highter gearing" you have with the 2" bigger diameter tires (slow speedo readings, reduced power, etc.).
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- #127 of 170
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Re: New Tire Available [fwilmarth]
by 1st_rover
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Mar 09, 2008 (2:47 am)
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Replying to: fwilmarth (Mar 06, 2008 7:21 pm)
Be careful with the terminology on the tires.
10 ply is an older way to say LRE.
It does not relate to the number of carcasses.
BFG All-Terrain and Mud-Terrain tires have Tri-Gard (3 ply carcass construction).
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- #128 of 170
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Tire issue here too for LR3 SE V6
by sohna99
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Mar 14, 2008 (3:02 pm)
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Replying to: 1st_rover (Mar 09, 2008 1:47 am)
I have LR3 SE V6 and which comes with 18" tire size. I have 25.6k miles and dealer told me I need to replace the tires at 30k. The front brakes replaced at 25.6k, cost me $310.
Anyone else with LR3 SE V6 with tire issues? What tire will you recommend?
My dealer in Rocklin CA recommend Les Schwob Toyo Proxes SIT for $1200 (255/60/18) or Open Country HIT for $1400.
Thanks in advance.
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- #129 of 170
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Re: Tire issue here too for LR3 SE V6 [sohna99]
by hellpie
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Mar 15, 2008 (10:14 pm)
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Replying to: sohna99 (Mar 14, 2008 3:02 pm)
I have an LR3 SE V8 with 255/60/18 tires. I changed my tires last month at 41k miles; went to a local tire place that the dealer recommended. I never bothered rotating the Goodyears or doing an alignment. As such they were completely bald on the insides. They were getting noisy, but not as bad as what other people have complained about. I suspect rotating already unevenly worn Goodyears aggravates the noise problem.
On the recommendation of the tire person, I ended up purchasing four Nexen Roadian H/T tires. The tires are Korean made and are about $110 each. They have a lower speed rating than the Goodyears (I never go over 85 mph), but they are definitely quieter, and from what I can tell, offer comparable performance. I am happy with them.
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- #130 of 170
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Time for new tires
by guardian63
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Mar 19, 2008 (4:58 pm)
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After a five year long love hate relationship with my Disco Series II, my wife and I purchased our 06 LR3. Only prob so far has been the wear or lack of wear on the part of the factory GY Wrangler HPs. I rotate and balance every 5K miles but at 28K it is time for new rubber.
After reading all of the blogs it appears that the best replacement is the Nitto Grapplers in the 285/ 60-18's. My question to everyone out there that has gone this route is: (1) Do the tires rub on tight turns or during mild to moderate off road ventures, (2) do they mess with the speedometer accuracy, and finaly how have they worn.
I am planning on purchasing in the next couple of days so any and all feedback as well as other options would be greatly appreciated. Even on my worse days, I wouldnt trade my baby in for anything else out there. Truth be told, I miss my series II like crazy!!
Thanks
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- #131 of 170
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Re: New Tire Available [lr3maybe]
by guardian63
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Mar 19, 2008 (5:29 pm)
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Replying to: lr3maybe (Jan 10, 2008 9:23 am)
How have the Nittos been wearing for you? I am getting ready to put a set on my 06 LR3. I am at 28K miles and it is time for new rubber. Did you go with the 285's and if so, any problems with the larger size?
Thanks so much
Mike
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