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Black03Marauder
08-16-2007, 02:44 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290151037316&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:u s

Those are rear MM tires aren't they?

Ive already sent the guy a message about whether those tires pictured are the actual tires Im going to buy.

Outside of these tires being second hand, I really dont see any catch with this....and I MUST be missing it
MERCMAN
08-16-2007, 02:52 PM
the tread patterns on the tires pictured are not the same, at least to my eyes
Raudermaster
08-16-2007, 02:52 PM
Those seem fine to me? :dunno:
1of327
08-16-2007, 02:58 PM
I would ask for pictures of the tires laying flat to see the side wall info...
Black03Marauder
08-16-2007, 02:59 PM
the tread patterns on the tires pictured are not the same, at least to my eyes

could you elaborate on that...because those tires are directional...the tread is wavy on the inside and straight on the outside...is that what you're talking about?

inside----------------------outside

http://images.andale.com/f2/128/120/28498088/2007/4/14/click2enlarge/000_5117.jpg
MERCMAN
08-16-2007, 03:20 PM
Hmm, forgot about that,, my bad!!
jdando
08-16-2007, 04:14 PM
no mention about patches. Probably has them. Patched tires are no longer speed rated. This is only an issue if you drive at high speeds:help:

jeremy
Black03Marauder
08-16-2007, 04:18 PM
Hmm, forgot about that,, my bad!!

dont feel bad about it man, at least your not the guy who's selling these tires...just got the reply from him....


These are the exact pictures of the tires.The
These are the exact pictures of the tires.We bought these tires from a landlord who was renting to usmc tennants that were deployed to Irac there is nothing wrong with these tires John Chico Tires

...uhhh, probably need to take 1of328's advice and ask for a picture of the writing on the sidewall, what with our sellers inability to read...or just not buy them at all, what do you think?
RCSignals
08-16-2007, 04:33 PM
why is a landlord selling USMC tenants stuff when they are deployed?
larryo340
08-16-2007, 04:41 PM
check his about "ME" page, and his feedback looks good when you read through it. The price is right, and with FREE shipping. If you need them buy them before someone else does.
Black03Marauder
08-16-2007, 04:50 PM
*bought* you gotta point, larry, his feedback is perfect.

and I'm sure Im not the only person on MM.net who needs rears
larryo340
08-16-2007, 05:09 PM
*bought* you gotta point, larry, his feedback is perfect.

and I'm sure Im not the only person on MM.net who needs rears
I have learned on ebay if you want something that has a buy it now, and put it off--someone will hit the button.

Just make sure to read the full auction page, "ME" page if seller has one, and read his feedback don't just glance at it. I check back thru alot of past transactions, especially if the item is not cheap.
CRUZTAKER
08-16-2007, 06:51 PM
Those seem fine to me? :dunno:

Optical illusion dur to poor photography.;)
Stranger in the Black Sedan
08-16-2007, 09:04 PM
You didn't miss anything, they are used tires with some wear on them. New KDWS are around 9 to 9.5 thou, those are 7 thou. Still a lot left on them but not being new devalues a consumable like a tire a lot, resale-wise.
rvaldez1
08-16-2007, 09:33 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290151037316&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:u s

Those are rear MM tires aren't they?

Ive already sent the guy a message about whether those tires pictured are the actual tires Im going to buy.

Outside of these tires being second hand, I really dont see any catch with this....and I MUST be missing it

I always thought rauders had 255s not 245s
Stranger in the Black Sedan
08-16-2007, 09:35 PM
nopes. Ford used very odd tire sizes on this car stock
rvaldez1
08-16-2007, 09:39 PM
nopes. Ford used very odd tire sizes on this car stock

It wasnt really a question that required an answer, more like a nice way of saying that the tires are not a great catch because they are the wrong size. :rolleyes: Here, this makes it easier.
Stranger in the Black Sedan
08-16-2007, 10:21 PM
No, 245/55/18 is the correct tire size. 255 is not correct and was never used on a Marauder from the factory. He got the right tires. If I had been paying attention on ebay, I would have bought those in a second.

235/45/18 front
245/55/18 rear

How Ford came up with these #s? Who knows. Just makes life difficult.
Raudermaster
08-17-2007, 09:29 AM
Actually, the correct measurement for the front is 235/50/18, not 45.
Stranger in the Black Sedan
08-18-2007, 07:03 PM
Yeah, that looked wrong as soon as I typed it.
Black03Marauder
08-25-2007, 03:02 PM
I put this off because I dont think anyone cares anyway BUT...

the tires came in
they have no plugs or patches
Tread matches the photo
Installed fine
Been on the car for a week without exploding

But the final test is in 2 weeks when I autocross on them.
larryo340
08-25-2007, 08:03 PM
Glad all went well with ebay and the tires. :)
I put this off because I dont think anyone cares anyway BUT...

the tires came in
they have no plugs or patches
Tread matches the photo
Installed fine
Been on the car for a week without exploding

But the final test is in 2 weeks when I autocross on them.