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Any issues with running different tread patterns front and rear

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Old 01-22-06, 01:32 AM
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Default Any issues with running different tread patterns front and rear

Guys I'm wondering if there are any known issues with running different tires / tread patterns on the front and rear of a vehicle???

Here is the situation..I already have a purchased set of Kuhmo 275\30\20 for my rear wheels and just realized I need a set of Nitto 235\35\20s up front will this cause any noise or tracking issues??

Thanks in advance guys!!
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i had them different front and back for a while. for normal driving it's not a problem. but supposedly on braking, one might lock up faster than the other, and more important in wet condition and turns/brakes, you might lose control more easily.

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