09-14-2016, 11:30 AM | #2 |
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It's up to you. I don't think it matters that much.
I would just replace that one tire, and then when the other three are sufficiently worn, the money you didn't spend can be used to replace all four at the same time. |
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09-14-2016, 12:24 PM | #4 |
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at 16K miles I would think thats a good idea to replace both. With AWD cars they are much more sensitive towards different rolling diameter between axles.
I had a blow out on my rear wheel/tire and only replaced that one side since i only had 5-6K on the tires. The tread wear was minimal on the good side so i didn't replace it. No issues so far.
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09-15-2016, 02:16 PM | #6 |
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I agree with Alan, I would replace both. Keep the take off "good" tire as a spare for future. OP, what's the reason for replacement?
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09-19-2016, 06:24 PM | #9 |
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you should replace both tires. I went through a similar ordeal recently due to an alignment issue on the driver side rear wheel which shredded the inside edge of the tire. BMW SA said the vehicle can tolerate a larger wear difference front to back but there is a lot less tolerance side to side. As a result I had to purchase 2 new tires on the spot as my damaged tire was apparently near exploding.
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