Tire Rotation
05-09-11, 05:31 PM
#16
Thanks for your inputs, but now I am confused. It seems that our spare tires may be different than our road tires ... several of you mentioned the term OEM. Does this mean that our spares are "not as good" as the road tires? If so, that is a very good reason not to include them in rotation, but how would we know if they are "not as good" ... other than something obvious such as their rating?
Regards,
SaniDel
Regards,
SaniDel
07-11-12, 08:11 PM
#19
Pole Position
Thread Starter
What's the most I can get out of those Michelin tires in terms of mileage? My truck has 28k already, I remember my old 4Runner had Bridgestones and they lasted 60k's.
07-13-12, 04:04 AM
#21
Important FACT!
To get the max mileage out of a tire, the tires must be moved on the opposite side of the axle (to rotate in the opposite direction) somewhere in the rotation method. It also helps reduce tire road noise that increases as the tire wears.
Koz
To get the max mileage out of a tire, the tires must be moved on the opposite side of the axle (to rotate in the opposite direction) somewhere in the rotation method. It also helps reduce tire road noise that increases as the tire wears.
Koz
07-23-12, 06:16 AM
#23
02-20-19, 07:43 PM
#24
Is the spare part of tire rotation at the dealership
Getting ready for our first scheduled maintenance at the dealer for our CPO 2017.
I was thinking of asking them to include the spare as part of the tire rotation. Is this something they already do?
I guess I’m taking for granted that we get a full size spare and rim (like on our 2004 4Runner). I haven’t even checked our spare tire/rim to make sure it’s the same as the rest.
I was thinking of asking them to include the spare as part of the tire rotation. Is this something they already do?
I guess I’m taking for granted that we get a full size spare and rim (like on our 2004 4Runner). I haven’t even checked our spare tire/rim to make sure it’s the same as the rest.
02-21-19, 04:26 PM
#26
Super Moderator
Very good idea with AWDs which should have roughly the same tread depth.... but very rarely seen in action.
02-21-19, 04:30 PM
#27
Pole Position
Getting ready for our first scheduled maintenance at the dealer for our CPO 2017.
I was thinking of asking them to include the spare as part of the tire rotation. Is this something they already do?
I guess I’m taking for granted that we get a full size spare and rim (like on our 2004 4Runner). I haven’t even checked our spare tire/rim to make sure it’s the same as the rest.
I was thinking of asking them to include the spare as part of the tire rotation. Is this something they already do?
I guess I’m taking for granted that we get a full size spare and rim (like on our 2004 4Runner). I haven’t even checked our spare tire/rim to make sure it’s the same as the rest.
02-21-19, 04:53 PM
#28
Pole Position
I'm not sure it matters as much on the GX with the Torsen but I used to have an old '96 Explorer 5.0L AWD (rear limited slip) with it's Borg Warner (BW4404)
viscous coupling center diff (IIRC...same one used in the old GMC Cyclone & Typhoon..could be wrong but can't remember now). This was full time mechanical AWD w/o any electronics. That vehicle could detonate that viscous coupling if the tires were 3-4MM out of spec on one wheel from what I have heard. I never let mine get that out of spec though. It is still on the road though with one of my nephews. Probably the only series of Explorer of that era with lots of reliability... an updated 302 (5.0L) from 1961 and it's 4R70W...the AT may not have been the best but the 80's Jeep Grand Wagoneer level of torque that motor threw at it probably kept it safe.
viscous coupling center diff (IIRC...same one used in the old GMC Cyclone & Typhoon..could be wrong but can't remember now). This was full time mechanical AWD w/o any electronics. That vehicle could detonate that viscous coupling if the tires were 3-4MM out of spec on one wheel from what I have heard. I never let mine get that out of spec though. It is still on the road though with one of my nephews. Probably the only series of Explorer of that era with lots of reliability... an updated 302 (5.0L) from 1961 and it's 4R70W...the AT may not have been the best but the 80's Jeep Grand Wagoneer level of torque that motor threw at it probably kept it safe.
02-21-19, 05:05 PM
#29
Super Moderator
A lot probably depends on how often you rotate your tires. Most times when I rotate... ( I do it at home.. frankly a lot quicker for me than waiting at a tire shop and dealer)
I can be done in less than 30 minutes in my garage on a Saturday morning.
I rarely find more than 0.5 mm wear. I understand if one doesn't have the tools, space, patience or desire :-) . . Now...obviously if I need a tire balance or alignment then out of my control and to the shop.
I can be done in less than 30 minutes in my garage on a Saturday morning.
I rarely find more than 0.5 mm wear. I understand if one doesn't have the tools, space, patience or desire :-) . . Now...obviously if I need a tire balance or alignment then out of my control and to the shop.
02-21-19, 05:20 PM
#30
Your spare should be the same tire and rim minus the center cap....which btw is quite difficult to remove.
