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how long does it take to change tires?

Ivan1989 asked: about how long would it take to change four old tires and replace it with 4 new tires and rims?Tires

Advice me difference of Passenger car tire and LT tires? ex. P235/75R16 and LT235/75R16?

Saruul . asked: Is it possible that P235/75R16 tire is suitable for off-road jeep?Low Tire Pricess

When can I put snow tires on my car?

alckelly asked: I live in Washington. ThanksLow Tire Pricess

car rims/tires.this might b a stupid question but?

noway asked: i just bought new tires for my car and the air keeps coming out because the chrome on my rims is coming off or peeling or somethin…i have 2 get new rims and i wanted 2 know if i got bigger rims (mine r 16″ i’m pretty sure) do i have 2 get [...]

i have a 01 explorer sport that rides rough i want to change tires and rims any tips?

whiteyford asked: i love my truck and the handling is great but when it comes to the bumps and holes everything rattles. the suspension is great and i dont want to lose handling so what size tire should i go with?Tires Online

How do I know how much air to put in car tires?

John H asked: I’m rather new at cars and my car tires are sagging. I don’t quite know how much air I should put in them with a standard gas station air pump.How to Find a Personal Injury Lawyer

What’s the best tool to remove lug nuts on a car tire?

blackfuzzystuff asked: I am a girl who weights 117lbs, and I drive a Mazda Protege. I know how to change my own flat (I seem to get a lot of them) but I can’t seem to get the nuts loose on the tire. The pipe trick doesn’t always work if the nuts have been tightened [...]

What is a good job to get experiance in automotive repair?

scrollers123 asked: I have a good knowledge of cars and have worked on my personal cars and bikes but have never had a job in the auto repair industry. i am 20 and don’t care about pay or doing the grunt work like changing tires, oil, and other basic maintenance I just want the experience [...]

What is the most expensive ripoff you have ever encountered?

^v^OH! BATS^v^ asked: For me, I always get ripped off at Auto Repair Shops, MIDAS in particular. I was ripped off $600 for tire replacements, wheel alignment, and oil change. It came up to $600 because at first they put the wrong size. I only wanted to change the two front tires. My rear tires [...]

Has anyone on ebay been ripped off by tony_z3 buying tires?

D P asked: I purchased 2 tires from tony_z3 which in his ad states “that the tires were professionally tested and are free of leaks and bubbles”. I took these tires to the Sears Auto center and after they installed them there was a bubble in the sidewall on one of the tires. Tony_z3 refused [...]

will R16 tires work on my car (R17)?

TJ asked: I want to get winter tires for my car, the spec is 225/55R17, I was wondering if 225/55R16 tires will work as well?
it’s just the rim size that is 1 inch less correct?Tires Online

Around how much would it cost to put tires I bought off of ebay onto my car?

Kottonmouth asked: i bought winter tires and i want to take the old tires off my car and put these on with rims and everything. i have a 2002 v6 mustang.Fitness Trainer Calendar

Where should I buy my car tires?

jefftolentino asked: I don’t need anything fancy, just want to be safe. My old ones are going bald. Looking for fair pricesPersonal Trainer Calendar

how much air pressure should i have in my car tires before i attempt to drive it across the lake?

asemaster_tech101 asked: or should i attach skis to the front and paddle wheels on the rear……should i wear a life jacket……..i already have fishing pole just in case i decide to stop in the middle and go fishingADHD in Children

My car shooting brake fluid on tires and the brakes are not stopping right?

Courtney B asked: It takes alot of force to get them to stop the car. dose anyone know what might be wrong? Please help!