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Used Tires
Also know as Second Hand or Part Worn
Used tires with tread remaining 2.5 mm, 3 mm, 5
mm, and up.
Even wear.
Full range of passenger, light truck, truck, and aircraft sizes
available.
Quality that makes you want to come
back for more!
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 Tire
Labeling - Passenger Vehicles
PASSENGER VEHICLE
SIDEWALL OUTER CIRCLE
P
The "P" indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles.
Nominal Width
This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire
from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
Aspect Ratio
This two-digit number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire's
ratio of height to width. Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short
sidewall for improved steering response and better overall handling on
dry pavement.
R
The "R" stands for radial. Radial ply construction of tires has
been the industry standard for the past 20 years.
Rim diameter code
This two-digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If
you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to
match the new wheel diameter.
Load index
This two- or three-digit number is the tire's load index. It is a
measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may find
this information in your owner's manual. If not, contact a local tire
dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because
it is not required by law.
Severe snow conditions
The "M+S" or "M/S" indicates that the tire has some mud and snow
capability. Most radial tires have these markings; hence, they have
some mud and snow capability.
Speed Rating
The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to
be driven for extended periods of time. The ratings range from 99
miles per hour (mph) to 186 mph. These ratings are listed below.
Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not
required by law.
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Q |
99 mph |
H |
130 mph |
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R |
106 mph |
V |
149 mph |
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S |
112 mph |
W |
168 mph* |
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T |
118 mph |
Y |
186 mph* |
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U |
124 mph |
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*For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149
mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a
maximum speed capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers always use
the letters ZR.
source credit : nhtsa.dot.gov
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Tire Care
Valves
New valve stem, core and cap are recommended for all new tubeless
tires.
Lubricant
Tire beads and rim flanges should be treated with a recommended
lubricant inside and out. Beads should be lubricated both during
mounting and dismounting (in case you wish to remount the tire and
also to protect the wheel from damage).
Do not, under any circumstances, use liquids such as oil, gasoline,
spirits, or water.
Tire Rotation
Tire rotation is vital to achieving even tread wear and long tread
life. Rotation is necessary because of the uneven wear characteristics
of each wheel position on the vehicle. A good example is Front Wheel
Drive vehicles which places braking, steering and driving forces on
the front axle tires. Rear axle tires only receive braking forces
resulting in a much faster wear rate for the front axle tires. Tire
rotation for these vehicles therefore becomes very important for
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