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    Quote Originally Posted by javensbukan View Post
    I had trouble finding 14" tires in Nova Scotia as well... cheapest I could find locally were well over $120 a pop, which is crazy for such a small tire, and they were special order ins.

    I got my tires from Quattro tires after my Enasaves wear bars appeared.

    https://www.quattrotires.com/tires/k...olus-ha31/3996

    Shipping was free and quick. Far cheaper for the exact same tire than anything I could find locally in Nova Scotia.

    Quattro is based in Quebec.
    Did you look at 175 65 r14?



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    Quote Originally Posted by javensbukan View Post
    I had trouble finding 14" tires in Nova Scotia as well... cheapest I could find locally were well over $120 a pop, which is crazy for such a small tire, and they were special order ins.

    I got my tires from Quattro tires after my Enasaves wear bars appeared.

    https://www.quattrotires.com/tires/k...olus-ha31/3996

    Shipping was free and quick. Far cheaper for the exact same tire than anything I could find locally in Nova Scotia.

    Quattro is based in Quebec.
    I've bought from them a few times. Way cheaper than buying local. PCM tire is another one with cheap or free shipping.
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    No I didn't! But probably should have

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    I feel bad because it seems like I only log on here to bash the factory tires, but they are making it hard not to bash them. So last fall when I swapped out the all seasons for winter tires, it was dark and cold, and I was too hurried to notice this. Went to swap them back on yesterday, and found this tire flat. Looked closer, and it seems to have developed a bulge on the actual tread! I'm amazed it didn't pop when I was driving on it last fall.

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    So that's now 3 of 4 Dunlops that have failed. This one was well worn, but still, this tendency to develop bulges is scary.

    Funds are a bit low, so looks like I'll be going with another Westlake for now. Up to $40 on Amazon, but they've worked pretty well so far and I'd prefer to have matching tires.

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    Good to the hear the Westlake tires are working out for you. Apparently, you like them enough to buy another pair.

    The tire you just shared was beyond worn in my opinion. I'm glad it had a bulge, because it's time for new treads. A tire that worn isn't safe for anyone, including those around you on the road.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mark View Post
    The tire you just shared was beyond worn in my opinion.
    Yeah...that tire is absolutely toast! The good news is that it looks like it has worn fairly evenly.

    How many miles are on that tire? If you tell us 50,000...I'd say they did really well. If you say 15,000...then I would join in on bashing them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mark View Post
    Good to the hear the Westlake tires are working out for you. Apparently, you like them enough to buy another pair.

    The tire you just shared was beyond worn in my opinion. I'm glad it had a bulge, because it's time for new treads. A tire that worn isn't safe for anyone, including those around you on the road.


    I agree, my friend, it was time to replace it regardless, and I was going to, but you're only seeing the part that bulged and wore very badly/unevenly. The other side (or nearly 3/4 of the tire) is much better, not quite down to the wear bars.

    Just wanted to report that I had another bulge on these things, and I believe they aren't a very safe tire at any amount of wear.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dirk Diggler View Post
    I totally agree. Im switching to $30 walmart 175 65 R14 as soon as my Firestones start crapping out. I dont have a choice because Mitsubishi wont warranty work my back axle.
    I'm having the same problem with my back axle we need to fight mitsubishi about this

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    Quote Originally Posted by thegrimpeeper View Post
    I'm having the same problem with my back axle we need to fight mitsubishi about this
    Dont get me started on Mitsu not honoring warranty work lol. Theyre good little cars but Mitsu dealerships are terrible IMO. Ive only dealt with 2 though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dirk Diggler View Post
    Dont get me started on Mitsu not honoring warranty work lol. Theyre good little cars but Mitsu dealerships are terrible IMO. Ive only dealt with 2 though.

    I’ve only been to two dealerships as well, I’m trying to find one that isn’t terrible in the service department



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