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Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
I have a set of Continental Extremecontact 225/50 R16 91v on my '96. 3 of the 4 are in great shape, the fourth (passenger rear) must have been running low for a while and needs to be replaced.
Unfortunately, this model has been replaced by Extremecontact DWS and DW. I don't think it's OK to mix tires on a 4WD even if they are the same dimension/make - or is it? Ideally, I'd like to find another Continental Extremecontact 225/50 R16 91v and not worry about mixing tires - anyone know there one might be? I tried Tire Rack, local tire dealers etc.... no luck!
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Dave W. ______________________________ 1996 Redd |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
I used to use Continental Extreme Contacts on my Impreza.
They made good all year tires. When I went to buy tires for my SVX last spring, I was told they are replaced the extreme contact with the DWS. At that point there was a 3month back order on them, so I just bought a set of summer tires. If anyone is running the DWS, how are they compared to the old extreme contacts? I know they are sporting a new tread pattern. |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
The circumference of all four tires should be within ¼" of each other. This would mean you would need to shave the new tire you mix in.
I got lucky and found 2 tires locally second hand one time that were within the ¼" margin. |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
Good advive! Anyone know where to find my original tire? I only need one, but would buy 2~
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Dave W. ______________________________ 1996 Redd |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
I tend to replace my tyres two at a time. Either both front or both back. It doesn't cause me any problems.
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
There are a few places on eBay that sell used tires or one offs. Depending on your existing tread depth you may find some at a high end car dealer. The local Jag, Porsche dealer here routinely take off tires at 5/32 depth which is roughly 1/2 life of the tire, 3/32 is the legal minimum to pass inspection here. That tire is OEM fitment on Jags and Mercedes.
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Peter ART Cryogenic/Slotted Rotors, Stainless Steel Brake Lines, PWR Radiator, Tranny cooler, Stebro, Earthworm's Poly Differential/front & rear swaybar bushings, Koni Inserts and Mychailo SVX Sport Springs all 4 corners, Indigo Blue paint. Liquid Silver Wheels. |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
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Old conti extreme footprints, I loved the old tracks... Got a pic of what the DWS footprints look like? |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
This is awful news. I still have my set and love them. Good luck with finding another set.
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Tim 92 Liquid Silver SVX 5MT 2009 BMW Z4 (Gone) 2012 Camry V6 SE |
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Re: Ok to go with mix old version of Continental Extremecontact with new?
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I had the original contiextremes on one of my older SVXs. The DWS are superior. It's not awful!
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