still just me <wheeledBobNOSPAM@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> May 10, 2008 at 03:31 AM wrote:
>On Fri, 9 May 2008 09:29:58 -0700 (PDT), "hrit24@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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<hrit24@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>>Hello all,
>>
>>I am in the market for new tires on my 2002 Saab 9-3 SE because the
>>Yokohama Avid's have developed a slight ripple on the outer edges
>>which causes a loud noise as I drive. The service reps at my dealer
>>said this was caused because they are directional tires and the way
>>the car is engineered the tires are being pulled and I should try to
>>buy non direction/channel tred tires.
>I agree with the earlier replies, this is unlikely. I have seen Saabs
>wear the outer edges of tires but it's not the general result of
>directional tires. Some designs have issues, some cars have problems.
>It is true that the blockier, more aggressive designs show edge wear
>more oddly than a traditional tire which shows a smoother wear pattern
>but if you have odd wear it's a front end issue, or a specific tire
>issue, it's not inherent in directional tire design.
>If you trust the dealer (and I have my doubts) and are confident that
>the front end is in good condition, I would start by having the
>alignment done by a competent shop. Next, when you buy your tires,
>have them balanced on a Hunter GSP9700. It makes a huge difference.
>http://www.gsp9700.com/pub/search/findgsp9700.cfm
><snip>
>>Michelin Pilot Extalto A/S
>Outstanding tires. I haven't been a Mich fan for many years as they
>always had rain traction issues IMHE. But, these have been terrific.
>The only possible issue I have is a little flat spotting after parking
>overnight but that goes away after a mile or so. They are not the
>(very) highest performance tire you can buy. If you are a purist, buy
>Summer only tires. But, if you need an all season, this tire is
>excellent.
Hmm... I've had this happen on 2 C900s. One was fixed by a realignment and
the on the other it seemed to be a mixture of (erm) highly enthusiastic
driving and stuffed dampers. How's the front suspension / what's the
mileage? Cheers
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