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Xehaust · 7th May 2008, 07:32

Hi,
Id like some feedback regarding a tyre change.

The front left tyre was damaged due to scraping on a road under construction.
The tyre is a Dunlop in the size 205/55 R16. Now the question is, since only one tyre has been damaged, is it advisable to change only that one tyre or two tyres?

I cant use the spare as the spare is the OEM size (15 inch) so was wondering whether to buy 2 new tyres or buying just one is fine?

Also, the tyres being used are Dunlop so i was also wondering whether i should buy Dunlop tyres only (which might be a little expensive i guess) or buy Michelin.
And if i buy Michelin, should i buy two or just one? (im thinking two to keep the same amount of traction on the same axle)

Irrespective of buying 1 or 2 new tyres, the new tyre/s will be mounted on the rear.

7th May 2008, 07:32	#147 (permalink)
Xehaust BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 411	Hi, Id like some feedback regarding a tyre change. The front left tyre was damaged due to scraping on a road under construction. The tyre is a Dunlop in the size 205/55 R16. Now the question is, since only one tyre has been damaged, is it advisable to change only that one tyre or two tyres? I cant use the spare as the spare is the OEM size (15 inch) so was wondering whether to buy 2 new tyres or buying just one is fine? Also, the tyres being used are Dunlop so i was also wondering whether i should buy Dunlop tyres only (which might be a little expensive i guess) or buy Michelin. And if i buy Michelin, should i buy two or just one? (im thinking two to keep the same amount of traction on the same axle) Irrespective of buying 1 or 2 new tyres, the new tyre/s will be mounted on the rear. Last edited by Xehaust : 7th May 2008 at 07:35.