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#163 of 170 Tire choice / Early-wear lawsuit by wootbot May 13, 2009 (6:34 pm)
I'm really happy with the Michelin Latitude tires I replaced the OEM Goodyear ones with. I was tempted to just replace like-for-like, but I went with a strong recommendation from a tire guy I know. The ride is noticeably smoother and quieter.   I was, however, a bit taken aback at how unevenly the tires wore out - especially since in places they had plenty of tread and in other places they were dangerously worn (down to the cord, in fact). The alignment had drifted way out. It turns out this is a known problem and there's a potential class action lawsuit over it. I don't know whether it will go anywhere, but it might be worth registering on the site for that just in case you end up being able to recoup some of the considerable cost of premature replacement. http://www.sfmslaw.com/pages/cases.php?id=234
#164 of 170 Tire Patch by rocklr3 Sep 30, 2009 (12:03 pm)
I have a leaky tire on my '06 LR3. The dealer charges $77 for a patch and the local firestone tire shop charges $17. Is there any advantage to getting this type of service done at the dealer? Replies to this message: wootbot (Sep 30, 2009 12:14 pm) tidester (Sep 30, 2009 8:38 pm)
#165 of 170 Re: Tire Patch [rocklr3] by wootbot Sep 30, 2009 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: rocklr3 (Sep 30, 2009 12:03 pm) None at all. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if the dealer sends the tire out or has a mobile unit come in and patch it. You are better off going to Firestone and saving the money.
#166 of 170 Re: Tire Patch [rocklr3] by tidester HOST Sep 30, 2009 (8:38 pm)
Replying to: rocklr3 (Sep 30, 2009 12:03 pm) Is there any advantage to getting this type of service done at the dealer?   None, whatsoever! Use the $60 you save for something useful.   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
#167 of 170 Kumho 255/60/18 Experience? by rocklr3 Oct 01, 2009 (9:34 am)
Thanks for the repsonses about the tire patch. Surprise surprise I need to replace all 4 tires (won't get into why...will save that for another post).   Does anyone have experience with Kumho tires? They have excellent reviews on tirerack.com, are 112V rated with a 600A A treadwear rating as well. I'm planning on getting the Kumho Road Venture APT KL 51 put on my '06 LR3 this afternoon and just wanted a second opinion from this forum. Replies to this message: wootbot (Oct 01, 2009 9:47 am) rocklr3 (Oct 05, 2009 2:50 pm) wootbot (Oct 05, 2009 3:30 pm)
#168 of 170 Re: Kumho 255/60/18 Experience? [rocklr3] by wootbot Oct 01, 2009 (9:47 am)
Replying to: rocklr3 (Oct 01, 2009 9:34 am) No experience with those, but I would be very much inclined to let yourself be guided by good reviews vs. going for a like-for-like replacement. I went with Michelin Latitude Tour HPs and was seriously impressed with the improvement in ride, handling, and steering. I am so glad I did that.   P.S. You might want to check out the class action lawsuit on LR3 tires wearing out prematurely. At the very least, be sure to take some photographs when the car is up on the lift at the tire dealer so at least you have those in-hand. http://www.sfmslaw.com/pages/cases.php?id=234 Replies to this message: rocklr3 (Oct 05, 2009 2:50 pm) wootbot (Oct 05, 2009 3:30 pm)
#169 of 170 Re: Kumho 255/60/18 Experience? [wootbot] by rocklr3 Oct 05, 2009 (2:50 pm)
Replying to: wootbot (Oct 01, 2009 9:47 am) Thanks. Unfortunately, I bought the car used so I'm not sure if I'm elegible for any settlement. I didn't know much about tires when I was shopping, so I believed the dealer when he told me they were 6 months old. Now I know, and wish I had known, better. I just never thought a Land Rover dealership would be so shady. I don't mean to sound snobby, but I thought that once you reach a level of car, the dealerships are above hawking stories and lying to get the vehicles out the door. Guess I was wrong.   Anyway, I still love the car, and was able to shop for a great deal on the tires. I got the lifetime alignment package from Firestone for $140 and can take the car in any time for re-alignment. I'm planning on taking it in every 5k miles to be on the safe side, since the car is so heavy. Replies to this message: wootbot (Oct 05, 2009 3:30 pm)
#170 of 170 Re: Kumho 255/60/18 Experience? [rocklr3] by wootbot Oct 05, 2009 (3:30 pm)
Replying to: rocklr3 (Oct 05, 2009 2:50 pm) They're not being shady, and you're doing the right thing. Since you bought it used, the fallout from the bushings settling and causing severe and uneven tire wear is already done. Having made sure your tires are right, you should be good from this point on.   Having owned two Land Rovers (Discovery II + LR3), I would attest that problems tend to manifest themselves within the first 18 months and, past that point, they are tremendously reliable, fun and rewarding vehicles to own. So, enjoy - and best wishes

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