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Tips And Advices - Buy Used Tires


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Buying Used Tires in Person

Check what size tire you need before shopping. This information is found on the driver's side door panel or in the owner's manual. If the tires currently on the car differ from the manufacturer's suggested tire size, buy a used tire that matches the size currently on the car.

Inspect the used tires for uneven tire wear. Check for this by running your hand along the tire and feeling for tread that rises and dips. Extreme, uneven tire wear makes the tire appear flatter on one side than the other side.

Look inside the used tires for evidence of repairs, such as plugs or patches. If a tire has had too many repairs done to it, buy a different tire.

Measure tread depth with a tread gauge or a penny. Take a penny and turn it upside down. Place it in between the treads. The tread should come to at least the top of Lincoln's head for minimum tread depth on a used tire.

Run your hand along the inner edge of the used tire and feel for tears. If the inner edge, also known as the bead, is ripped, the tire won't seal properly along the rim.

h4>Buying Used Tires Online
Locate the size of your tires by looking on the sidewall of a current tire. Online sellers list the width, height and rim size (for example, 225/55/17), so you need your tire numbers when buying online.
Research the seller's reputation before buying used tires. Look up companies through the Better Business Bureau and read the seller's feedback on online auction sites.
Ask questions to find out how many miles the tires have, the depth of the tread, if the tires have repairs, if the tires have curb rash and if the tires have even tire wear.
Get a picture of the actual used tires you're buying sent to your email address. Ask the seller for more pictures if the pictures are fuzzy or taken from a bad angle. Look these over carefully before you buy.
Pay for your used tires with a credit card or traceable money order.
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