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2022 Tires Worn Already?
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No but you should rotate them every 8-10k miles for optimum even wear. In normal driving the rears do most of the work hence the higher wear on the rears. The new rears will catch up to the wear in about 18k miles,especially
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When the tread gets close to the wear bars. In between the tread are some bars between the tread. If the treat is getting close to the wear bars, 1mm or so, then it’s time to replace. Some tires get sketchy before they hit the wear bars too. I think you have enough tread for a while. Check the wear bars. If any are close, you should consider new tires.
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The big thing is to feel confident driving. You being in an area with snow I'd imagine you should be fine. Even with Chicago winters I didn't have any issues on my low tread tires until last winter and I drive aggressively. Those tread depths wouldn't bother me much though I'd start planning before winter next year for sure.
There are tons of threads on tire options. People have brand loyalty and personal preference. Pricing will be pretty consistent if you stay with the factory sizing. Unless you're going to get dedicated summer and winter set then be prepared to pay for the 21" tires. As far as the factory tires you're usually not going to get much beyond 20-30k average. Factory tires don't have tread warranty because they're not the same tires you buy retail.
There are tons of threads on tire options. People have brand loyalty and personal preference. Pricing will be pretty consistent if you stay with the factory sizing. Unless you're going to get dedicated summer and winter set then be prepared to pay for the 21" tires. As far as the factory tires you're usually not going to get much beyond 20-30k average. Factory tires don't have tread warranty because they're not the same tires you buy retail.
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Don’t disagree with that. I suspect if it got too far the wheel speed sensors would make the computer complain and possible throw a code. Definitely if the difference is too big it can lead to wear in the drivetrain.
Wondering what 2/16ths would add to the circumference. My 40 year old math says .4 inches difference in circumference between the low and high tread.
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Wondering what 2/16ths would add to the circumference. My 40 year old math says .4 inches difference in circumference between the low and high tread.
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I was successful with my Chevy Silverado (woah....No hate) in getting a 30% comp for tires because of terrible wear. However, it was even at least.
I contacted Ford. They told me to bring my car back to the dealer because that is the only way they can help me. I'll call tomorrow, but likely a fools errand.
I contacted Ford. They told me to bring my car back to the dealer because that is the only way they can help me. I'll call tomorrow, but likely a fools errand.
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Add a tire gauge to the tool box. Cheap and that way YOU know you need tires--not just someone telling you. And by not rotating the tires, that dealers is probably trying to get one pair to wear out faster so you buy a new set next year. I am lucky to have a winter set so it forces me to rotate the tires when I switch sets (I mark which pair was F/R for storage).
