harminder Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Hi Guys, I need to replace my rear drivers side tyre (very close to being illegal). I asked a freind of mine to change it for me since he works for the AA and has all the equipment neccessary. My friend advised me that I should not change one tyre but should change them in pairs? He reckons that changing the one tyre can mess up the differential?? Just wandering if this is true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReverend Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Welcome fella, On 4WD cars it's recommended that you keep all 4 tyres the same, brand, size and spec. Changing one tyre can cause problems as wheels can be rotating at different speeds which will not be good for the diff'. Be safe and visit a specialist. I personally think you'll ok as long as; 1) The tyres on the axle are the same, and I mean exactly the same. 2) The other tyres aren't too worn. If one is illegal. The likelihood is that others will be too, especially on the same axle. Don't gamble on stuff like this, it'll just give you a bigger headache in the future. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark_90 Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Absolutely. I would keep all 4 tyres the same, EXACTLY the same, but at least have the 2 on the same axle the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harminder Posted August 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Right in that case I am fcuked... The guy I brought it off changed the passenger side rear for some cheap nasty make.. Others are standard P6000 tyres but all have different levels of grip... Will this cause any permanent damage........I have done about 3k on them, let alone what the previous owner had done?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark_90 Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 So long as they're all the same size/profile I doubt you'll have any serious problems. However, I'd sort it out ASAP with regards to getting 'proper' tyres put on mate. The previous owner needs a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harminder Posted August 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Thanks guys... Im sure the previous owner will get what he deserves! Will look into upgrading them all for new ones? Any recommendations for some decent gripping tyres? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harminder Posted August 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Thanks guys... Im sure the previous owner will get what he deserves! Will look into upgrading them all for new ones? Any recommendations for some decent gripping tyres? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza_g Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 [ QUOTE ] Others are standard P6000 tyres but all have different levels of grip... [/ QUOTE ] that doesn't sound great, especially if you're an enthusiastic driver. I'd be tempted to bite the bullet and replace all four, for added peace of mind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReverend Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Without a doubt the tyres I'd recommend are Goodyear F1 GSD3's. They look the nuts and have great grip. A bit noisy on the road but wet and dry handling / grip are very good. Strong treadwear rating too at 280. Evo rated them the best tyre too (over Michelins) Toyo's, Bridgestone, Pirelli are great for grip but wear far too quickly Michelin Sport Contacts are good too but a bit pricey. Got to blackcircles.com and they'll quote you but you could find a local dealer to beat the price. I changed all four 225/45/17 for the F1's at £400 fitted brand new with valves, balancing et al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booster Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 I agree with the Rev. GSD3's are the way forward! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harminder Posted August 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Thanks for the advice guys.. Have been looking around for the GSD3's but they are coming in around £450 which at the minute is more than I really want to spend.. Set myself a budget of £300 which means I can pick up some Dunlop SP Sport tyres. I know the grip will not be the same but any views / reviews on the tyres itself? I have seen some Dunlop SP sport FM901? Any ideas on this specific tyre? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booster Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Shop around, I paid £90 each for my last lot. Central Tyres in Leicester. Not too far from Cov! Also, lie! When they ask you what the best price you've had is, knock a few quid off what you have been told Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 cheapest i found in Cov was Britannia. £464 ish. Wont be going back there mind you. The cost saving didnt outweigh the wait and traveling i wouldnt change one tyre, id change two minimum. i also wouldnt run different tread patterns across an axel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gren Posted August 3, 2005 Report Share Posted August 3, 2005 Changed a single rear tyre on mine a month ago. No problems. The other is around half worn. As long as the size of each (including wear) is not that different then it should not be a problem. I'd second the F1 recommendation. Good tyres - I pay about £110 for a 225/40x18 at the place round the corner from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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