[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

My front tires are both around 8/32”. More in middle and about 7.5/32” closer to sidewall

I measured one of my rear tires and it was more like 7/32” or perhaps even a hair below that.

I really don’t think it’s worth the money to replace all four tires. I’m thinking of just buying one tire and shaving down to 8/32”.

Does that sound reasonable?

Sounds reasonable.

[ViO]

Have you checked eBay yet??

You can most likely find the exact same tire (used, but in great condition) with the same amount of wear as your other tires.

You might get lucky and save some $$$$ along the way. 😊

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by claykin

Is that a Goodyear on your M8? I see "Made in USA" on your sidewall and I'm wondering what tire you have?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by ViO

Have you checked eBay yet??

You can most likely find the exact same tire (used, but in great condition) with the same amount of wear as your other tires.

You might get lucky and save some $$$$ along the way. 😊

No I haven't. Somehow I don't trust used tires and buying from EBay. The small money savings aren't worth the peace of mind lost when compared to simply buying new but shaved down. Just me, I guess

[claykin]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season

Ah ha. If it was a Goodyear I was going to suggest replacing all with anything but Goodyear.

[TupperBMW]

Here's one that I might buy to replace. Does anybody have any thoughts? I've never bought a used tire online so if anybody sees red flags here please tell me. This is supposedly 8/32:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/36495529537...YHMJE4MHWJP1VV

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by ViO

Have you checked eBay yet??

You can most likely find the exact same tire (used, but in great condition) with the same amount of wear as your other tires.

You might get lucky and save some $$$$ along the way. 😊

See my post just above this

[jargon]

Originally Posted by Hornethandler

Check out this Tire Rack link for some good advice on your issue.
Also, they offer a "Tire Shaving" service that matches your new tire to the tread depth of your 3 existing tires.

https://www.tirerack.com/upgrade-gar...-drive-vehicle

Good luck!

This is the least expensive option. Tires on the same axle must match in tread depth so the awd computer works properly.

[jargon]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

Here's one that I might buy to replace. Does anybody have any thoughts? I've never bought a used tire online so if anybody sees red flags here please tell me. This is supposedly 8/32:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/36495529537...YHMJE4MHWJP1VV

Cmon, stop nickel and diming this issue and buy a legit replacement from tire rack and have them shave the tire for you.

[Molez93]

@[tupperbmw]
That eBay find is what I would do. Personally, I'd also check the condition myself and compare tire hardness with a durometer so I know it's close to what's on the car now. Could sort of do that by feel and with a fingernail. Date codes which are within a year or so would also suggest to me it's fine from a grip standpoint.

I'd go this route because I feel totally comfortable assessing the current condition of tires- including what I've bought off eBay. Been racing cars since the early nineties and have 20+ spare/race/old tires and wheels in my basement at any given time. If you have any concerns about the used tire or your ability to assess its condition, a new one shaved from tire rack is a low/no risk solution.

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by Molez93

@[tupperbmw]
That eBay find is what I would do. Personally, I'd also check the condition myself and compare tire hardness with a durometer so I know it's close to what's on the car now. Could sort of do that by feel and with a fingernail. Date codes which are within a year or so would also suggest to me it's fine from a grip standpoint.

I'd go this route because I feel totally comfortable assessing the current condition of tires- including what I've bought off eBay. Been racing cars since the early nineties and have 20+ spare/race/old tires and wheels in my basement at any given time. If you have any concerns about the used tire or your ability to assess its condition, a new one shaved from tire rack is a low/no risk solution.

Could you clarify? This tire is in California (I'm in Illinois) so how would I determine its "hardness" being so far away? Thanks for your feedback, as I'm sure I sound ignorant.

If this seems too risky then perhaps I should buy new and shaved from TireRack?

[Molez93]

You won't be able to check it until after you own it. Before purchasing, my assessment would be based on date codes for the used tire vs what is on the car now. If it's within about a year (maybe 18 months), I'd assume they're pretty similar.

Obviously I'm ok with the small risk of buying used, but there's also a risk of wasting money on that eBay tire if I don't like its condition once I have it. I've yet to be disappointed buying used, but there is a non-zero chance of wasting that money and wanting to go with a shaved new one later.

Edit: I didn't address getting comfortable with any specific eBay seller, but that's part of my mental calculation too.

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

Here's one that I might buy to replace. Does anybody have any thoughts? I've never bought a used tire online so if anybody sees red flags here please tell me. This is supposedly 8/32:

If I were you I would't get tire from eBay.
BTW this is 275/30/20. I believe you car needs 275/35/20

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by M6-Coupe

If I were you I would't get tire from eBay.
BTH this is 275/30/20. I believe you car needs 275/35/20

Good catch, not sure why my brain didn't see that.

Must be a Monday morning thing

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

Good catch, not sure why my brain didn't see that.

Must be a Monday morning thing

Another reason you should not get tire from eBay 😊
If you order the tire to tirerack they check car and model for you 😉

[Gfit]

I’ve bought several tires from eBay. Look for reputable sellers with lot of sales and high ratings. Never had an issue. I find all highly rated eBay sellers with a good track record are very concerned with accurate descriptions in listings and customer service. Their business depends on it.

[TupperBMW]

Thanks for everyone's advice. I decided to order a new tire from Tire Rack, it'll be shaved to 8/32".

[ViO]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

Thanks for everyone's advice. I decided to order a new tire from Tire Rack, it'll be shaved to 8/32".

That’s the best solution. 😊👍

Btw…. What did you decide to do about the LCD screen crack? Did you get that sorted out yet?

[TupperBMW]

Originally Posted by ViO

That’s the best solution. 😊👍

Btw…. What did you decide to do about the LCD screen crack? Did you get that sorted out yet?

I'm basically just going to buy a new one and have it installed. There are some deals out there to get somewhat discounted ones. I just haven't gotten around to it yet, since the crack is subtle and has never caused any issue.

[Vic55]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

I'm basically just going to buy a new one and have it installed. There are some deals out there to get somewhat discounted ones. I just haven't gotten around to it yet, since the crack is subtle and has never caused any issue.

Thread Closed

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by TupperBMW

I'm basically just going to buy a new one and have it installed. There are some deals out there to get somewhat discounted ones. I just haven't gotten around to it yet, since the crack is subtle and has never caused any issue.

Just out of my curiosity how much that LCD costs?

[mjr24]

I think this is a tire industry thing scaring you into replacing. I’ve never in my life had issues replacing tires with different tread depths on them.

It’s like saying you have a scratch on your door so you will need to get the entire car painted.