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rickford66

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3. If the new tire is on the front, it might pull a slight amount on a straightaway.

Reply to Beatlelvr (Original post)

Fri Jul 5, 2024, 05:27 PM

Jul 2024

It may not be noticeable since most roads are crowned and your tires are spinning at slightly different rates normally. If on the rear, it's like taking a long gradual bend on an interstate. If you have a limited slip differential, it could cause problems. why not have the tire diameters measured?

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My 2015 Subaru Outback got a flat tire [View all] Beatlelvr Jul 2024 OP

Might want to look into tire shaving: sl8 Jul 2024 #1

That makes a lot of sense Old Crank Jul 2024 #8

The old tires go to a landfill. With only 4,000 miles on them Phoenix61 Jul 2024 #2

If the new tire is on the front, it might pull a slight amount on a straightaway. rickford66 Jul 2024 #3

I have a Subaru. Onthefly Jul 2024 #4

Subarus AWD system can be damaged with unevenly sized tires. DetroitLegalBeagle Jul 2024 #5

Total BS Unless the Tires are Being Recalled as Defective. waterwatcher123 Jul 2024 #6

I'd get a 2nd opinion. flvegan Jul 2024 #7