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12-04-2016, 05:40 PM | #24 |
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I purchased the tire insurance. I went through one tire already with a nail in it. No blowouts, just mostly nails affected me in the past with me owning a previous 335I. Good luck.
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Well, I've just had an interesting discussion with my local dealer about changing from runflats to standard tyres! They reckon that my alloys are designed to take runflats and that sticking standard tyres on them wouldn't be advised. They said there is a small chance they could pop off at any time causing sudden loss of air!
This is the first time I've heard of this, especially when some of you guys have already gone ahead and had this done. I have an msport with the standard UK 19" alloys. I'm wondering whether they aren't interested in doing the work? |
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02-03-2017, 01:46 PM | #26 |
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Ive never heard such cobblers in my life.
There really are some idiotic dealerships out there! With BMW you think you are getting a premium service...ha! My local dealer in Aberdeen makes me laugh........ 1. Bought a year old 120d M Sport from them and negotiated all new tyres as part of the deal. Had to go back 3 times with wheel wobble issues.....on the 3rd time threatened court action unless they sorted it.......senior mechanic was given the job of sorting it. After 30 mins he found me and was embarrassed to tell me that the new tyres had been fitted by an apprentice and he hadnt rebalanced the wheels as he noticed they already had wheel weights on them!!!!!! 2. Same dealer.....bought a brand new M135i from them. For some unknown reason, they decided to spec runflat tyres on it. Furiously told them there was no way I would take the car with runflats, so they fitted Michelin pilot supersports, tyres that the car was designed to have......... After owning the car for several weeks, wasnt happy with the cars handling in the wet......took it back to them to find all the tyres had been fitted backwards! So in summary, dont believe your dealer, some of them dont have a clue when it comes to tyres and they just scaremonger to make you buy RFTs. |
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02-03-2017, 02:38 PM | #27 |
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That was my thoughts exactly, I couldn't believe what I was hearing to be honest. I rang BMW to try and get their feedback, but they didn't have a clue! As you say, I get the feeling they just want you to buy runflats.
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02-03-2017, 05:10 PM | #28 | |
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I fitted non runflats to my 19" staggered set up last year and I am really pleased with the ride and handling.
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What doesn't work is the other way around - ie you can't replace conventional tyres with runflats unless the rims are specially designed to take runflats. Very disappointed that this sort of nonsense - or dare I say "alternative facts" - are still being put about these days. Tony |
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I've replaced my Goodyear RFTs with Michelin RFTs. Never had any issues, ride quality has been very smooth, great handling, long tread wear, low noise....WHEN COMBINED with MSport and DHP.
I actually had nail punctures in two tires recently...and was able to drive on both of them while replacement RFTs were being delivered (free replacements from Tire Rack, since they came with free tire road-hazard warrantee and BMW advises to replace rather than repair).
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02-04-2017, 12:47 AM | #31 |
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There seem to be an overwhelming opinion FOR non-RFT:s, but everyone to his belief.
RFT:s were developed for the US, to avoid people getting stuck in a "bad area" (source: GM and Michelin - straight from the horses mouth). That is still valid, and for those who think this is more important than drawbacks, I believe they are entitled to their opinion. What is NOT OK, is the "alternative facts" spread by some BMW dealers- and also the INFO, that in Germany RFT:s are optional - not so in Sweden . |
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02-04-2017, 12:52 PM | #32 |
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Well I tried to contact another dealer today, but still waiting for them to call me back.
I found somewhere online who sells 369M alloys with......Yes, you guessed it, standard tyres. http://www.alloywheelsdirect.net/bmw_alloy_wheels/x3_f25_alloys/19_bmw_369m_wheel_2328 So I can't imagine they would be selling them in that combination if it wasn't safe. I will continue my search over the weekend and then contact my local dealer again to argue the case. |
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02-04-2017, 03:03 PM | #33 | |
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If the you want the best advice go to black circles in Scotland. http://www.blackcircles.com/order/tyres/search Just ring them,get the options, make your choice and have them sent to the DEALER OF YOUR choice. They make the appointment and you just arrive at the allocated time and that is it. I had my fitted by ATS Oxford in July last year. Black Circles are considered one of the cheapest and of course they sell branded tyres. I understand the company is owned by Michelin. Why on earth are you going to argue the case?
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I would go with Black circles, but I am limited to who I can use in the local area and this was the reason I went back to my local BMW dealer. I would like to point out to them that they are wrong, rather than just walk away. I get so fed up with dealers handing out incorrect information! As you suggest, I will contact Blackcircles and see if they can recommend a good local fitter. I checked reviews of my local ATS and unfortunately they weren't great. I'll get there in the end. Thanks. |
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Found two premier garages (Blackcircles) nearby, both look promising and not bad at £693.
I also read an interesting article online about Michelin buying BC for 50 million in 2015. |
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You do realise that you need to talk to Black Circles directly to make sure the list they are using is up to date for your area?
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"If you like the tires you have now, I would strongly recommend buying the exact same tires again, no matter what the Internet people say. They are proven performers for you, on your car, the way you drive. As for run-flat mythology, much of it is based on the the first run-flats that appeared at the turn of the Millennium; each generation has been an improvement, to the point where even our disgruntled editor genuinely prefers them." Contrast this with the comment in BMWblog made by Mike Miller in 2010. "Unless you live where a flat tire would endanger your life (in which case you should consider moving) ditch the run-flat tires in favor of normal tires, and get a donut spare and a jacking kit. The car will handle and ride much better with normal summer performance tires." http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/10/18/in...mmer-magazine/ As always, others may have a different experience and strongly held opinion. Last edited by MichiganMike; 02-05-2017 at 09:53 AM.. |
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In 15 years of driving, I've only had a few flat tires (I only specifically remember the two that happened in the last decade). Each one could have been repaired with a patch and pump kit on the side of the road though, and only one was bad enough to almost leave me stranded. Now that I have a pump and patch kit in the car, I'll be replacing the stock RFT's soon and putting them back on when it is time to sell the car. The tires themselves are fine, but I'd rather have better. Now that they have 10k miles on them, they are at that point where they still have good tread and have been used some but would be more valuable down the road as a tire to throw on the car before selling.
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