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Old 07 January 2010, 01:18 PM
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hiya does it cause problems having different tyre patterns on opposite wheels??
Old 07 January 2010, 01:20 PM
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Yes, it can do - can cause an imbalance in braking, handling etc depending on how different they are

Generally, best to keep tyres on the same axle at least the same
Old 07 January 2010, 01:25 PM
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thanks mate
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probs more tire noise on different tires too
Old 07 January 2010, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by seddomyster
probs more tire noise on different tires too
....different wear rates, different grip adhesion etc etc Best to keep them all the same IMO.
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