can i just replace my back tires?

UltraRacer13 · 01-29-2011, 07:04 PM

My rears are getting worn, fronts OK. I have a staggered setup, but the diameter difference (when new) was less than 1%. Can I put new rubber on just the back, or will this foul the transfer case visa via, f'ed up diameter??

Babydragon · 01-29-2011, 11:16 PM

You can replace the rears, you'll be fine.

fdriller9 · 02-01-2011, 11:07 AM

If the rolling diameter is still under 1% then you should be fine.

UltraRacer13 · 02-03-2011, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by *********

If the rolling diameter is still under 1% then you should be fine.

that's my point, how can I calculate that with tread wear on the front?

Babydragon · 02-03-2011, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSailor

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Originally Posted by *********

If the rolling diameter is still under 1% then you should be fine.

that's my point, how can I calculate that with tread wear on the front?

You can't, you're tires will never wear evenly. But if the remaining tires are ok you should be able to change without an issue. 2 mm isn't gonna make an issue

jzchen · 02-17-2011, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSailor

that's my point, how can I calculate that with tread wear on the front?

Use a tread depth gauge.

aakrusen · 02-18-2011, 10:11 PM

Isn't the circumference what he's looking for, not the "rolling diameter"?

2M · 02-18-2011, 10:37 PM

No, your car will blow up.

Professor///M · 02-19-2011, 12:35 PM

Many will argue to change all 4 at once, and that there is no other option.

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