Posted by Jiles on March 01, 2009 at 19:56:18 from (166.216.160.76):
In Reply to: Changing tires posted by NCWayne on March 01, 2009 at 18:47:40:
Something interesting about "low profile tires" I have a BMW Z3 Roadster with large high performance low profile tires. I got in the car Thursday and drove it about 12 miles at 70mph. No indication that anything was wrong, handled pretty much normal. I was told by another motorist that I had a low right rear tire. Pulled into a gas station and added proper air pressure. When I got on the highway, the car vibrated and handled like the tire was flat. Stopped and checked, looked good. I drove home, about 5 miles at 40 mph and removed the tire. Broken cords all on the inside tire wall. And by the way, I could see scuff marks on my concrete drive that were left when I left in the car. Tire was almost flat when I left and gave no indication. The dealer said this was something that happens quite regularly, with low profile tires, and he suggested to check tire pressure regularly and to inspect tires before every drive! I never saw this in the owners manual or have I ever heard of it. These tires are rated for 160mph and cost close to $200.00 each. I learned an expensive lesson about tires!
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