Bridgestones worn out at 19k
#11
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
You could probably order the tires and have them mounted locally. Call 217-235-0505..ask for Gordon or Melvin. They'll hook you up. I may have gotten a little price break because I have done a lot of business with them, but you will definitely get out the door for less than 450.00. If you just order the tires, probably significantly less since you are not paying for IL state fees or mounting and balancing...
Last edited by wxman3; 04-12-2007 at 08:27 PM.
#12
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
I plan on replacing my Bridgestones with Goodyear Comfortreds when they wear out. I put Comfortreds on my 98 Camry and they were awesome tires. They were quiet, handled extremely well in the rain and snow, and lasted a long time. (I put them on at 68K, and they were about half gone when I traded the car in at 110K)
I think they cost around $375 after rebate in 2005. (for 15 inch)
I think they run around $98/tire for the Camry Hybrid. (tirerack.com)
Money well spent in my opinion.
I think they cost around $375 after rebate in 2005. (for 15 inch)
I think they run around $98/tire for the Camry Hybrid. (tirerack.com)
Money well spent in my opinion.
#13
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
For what it's worth, when we bought our 03 Camry SE, it had the Bridgstone tires, and the dealer agreed to swap them for the Michelins. Our daughter now drives that car, and is just now needing tires, with 54,000 miles. I have the Michelins on my TCH, or would have had them switched at delivery also. Also have them on our 05 Highlander. I am very satisfied.
#14
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
Remember to get a tire with the same or virtually the same revolutions per mile, in order to keep your speedometer/odometer accurate.
On second thought, this might be an opportunity to correct the 2MPH inaccuracy of my speedometer.
On second thought, this might be an opportunity to correct the 2MPH inaccuracy of my speedometer.
#16
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
I have kept my Turanzas at 40 front/42 back and at 19,000 miles of driving I am at the wear bars on the tires.
My driving is probably a 50/50 mix of highway and city driving. To be honest, I am disapointed with the tread life because although I drive quickly (usually 5 over everywhere) and I am always catching up traffic, I do not 'howl' the tires.
A few comments on the tire rack site on these tires lean towards replacement at 20,000 miles. Anyone have any suggestions?
My driving is probably a 50/50 mix of highway and city driving. To be honest, I am disapointed with the tread life because although I drive quickly (usually 5 over everywhere) and I am always catching up traffic, I do not 'howl' the tires.
A few comments on the tire rack site on these tires lean towards replacement at 20,000 miles. Anyone have any suggestions?
#18
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
YMMV? You betcha!!
#19
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
I can't wait too long to replace the Turanzas so after calling around for tire prices, I settled on Sam's Club and ordered a set of the highest rated tire from Consumer Reports: the Dunlop SP5000. The cost is $525 for everything. The tires should be available to be fitted in about ten days.
I am going to talk to my dealer next weekend - he is 130 miles away - at my 20,000 service and find out who I can ***** at. 19000 miles is just not acceptable on a vehichle that does everything else so well.
I am going to talk to my dealer next weekend - he is 130 miles away - at my 20,000 service and find out who I can ***** at. 19000 miles is just not acceptable on a vehichle that does everything else so well.
#20
Re: Bridgestones worn out at 19k
My TCH also has Bridgestone tires. Mine measure 8/32 tread on all four tires at 17K miles. New they were 10/32. My guess is I should get around 50K miles out of them by the time they reach 4/32 (I normally replace my tires at 4/32)
Check your alignment. I had the dealer check mine, and both the front and rear toe was off. Bad alignment can seriously shorten your tires life.
For what its worth, I run 42psi front and 40psi rear with my tires as I find the traction and steering much improved.
Check out the Bridgestone Potenza G 009. A traction, A temperature, excellent handling in dry, wet and snow. Rated excellent for quiet and treadwear. They are $74 at tirerack.com
Check your alignment. I had the dealer check mine, and both the front and rear toe was off. Bad alignment can seriously shorten your tires life.
For what its worth, I run 42psi front and 40psi rear with my tires as I find the traction and steering much improved.
Check out the Bridgestone Potenza G 009. A traction, A temperature, excellent handling in dry, wet and snow. Rated excellent for quiet and treadwear. They are $74 at tirerack.com
Last edited by nash; 04-16-2007 at 09:10 AM.