Old Tires on a New Truck

Frdmdfndr · 10-14-2008, 12:42 AM

Hey guys. I bought a new (31 miles) 07 mega off the lot about a month ago. It obviously sat on the lot for a while and I got a killer deal on it (26K), but it has made for one little problem. The "new" tires on it already have cracks in them around the inside edge at the bead area. I'm wondering if I should beat DC up for a NEW set of tires to go with the NEW truck I bought.

Thanks
Chief

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Frdmdfndr · 10-29-2008, 07:20 PM

Wow, not even one opinion on this?

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CTDreamin · 10-29-2008, 07:21 PM

If it was me, I would.

I assume you purchased this truck new.

**mikeluna_17** · 10-29-2008, 07:56 PM

i know if i bought a truck from a dealer, i would make them give me at least GOOD tires

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Hot Stuff · 10-29-2008, 07:57 PM

Yeah, talk to them about the safety factor of on of them blowing out. They should replace them.

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dodgetrux06 · 10-29-2008, 08:59 PM

you can try to talk to them i would. but they dont have to fix it. you did buy it and left the lot and tires are not covered. but if you fight it hard enough they will prob help out

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LittleOleHotShotter · 10-29-2008, 09:06 PM

If its a certified truck which most likely it is due to low miles, brand new tires are required. They have to fix it!!!

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Hot Stuff · 10-29-2008, 09:45 PM

It's a new truck right? Not a used or certified truck. I'd make them put new ones on it. It's not your fault that it sat around for a year on a lot.

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Ohio Coal Roller

Pooter · 10-29-2008, 09:59 PM

If they are the Michelins, call them(tire manufacturer) they have a recall out on them, and they have little to no wear and have the sidewall cracking, theyll pay for a new set of tires.

Buddy of mine ended up swapping his stock tires for some 315BFGs for about $50 out of pocket(5tires)

Call Michelin and file the claim, then go up the Discount and get some new tires for free

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BLUE STREAK · 10-30-2008, 12:39 AM

exacty
stock tires are lame.

get some 35's, leviling kit. BAM yull be stylin.

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Hot Stuff · 10-30-2008, 06:55 AM

Read guys, he's got a 2wd. 315's won't do him any good. Not everyone wants a truck like that.

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Ohio Coal Roller

luckyhat12 · 10-30-2008, 07:25 AM

My stock michelins have cracks on the sidewalls too. I was told that it didn't hurt anything and was strictly cosmetic.

I haven't had any issues so far in 30k miles but that doesn't mean that they won't cause problems. My dad has some on his car that are the same way and they have 100k on them. I think it is just a michelin thing.

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10-14-2008, 12:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
Frdmdfndr Cummins Fan Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NAS Point Mugu, CA Posts: 65 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Frdmdfndr's Truck Pics	Old Tires on a New Truck Hey guys. I bought a new (31 miles) 07 mega off the lot about a month ago. It obviously sat on the lot for a while and I got a killer deal on it (26K), but it has made for one little problem. The "new" tires on it already have cracks in them around the inside edge at the bead area. I'm wondering if I should beat DC up for a NEW set of tires to go with the NEW truck I bought. Thanks Chief __________________ 07.5 Mega 6.7 2wd auto-6 BADP Gen I 5" TBE. Giant chunks of metal keep falling off and I have to cap off the holes. Lots of ideas my wallet won't support.

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10-29-2008, 07:20 PM	#2 (permalink)
Frdmdfndr Cummins Fan Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NAS Point Mugu, CA Posts: 65 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Frdmdfndr's Truck Pics	Wow, not even one opinion on this? __________________ 07.5 Mega 6.7 2wd auto-6 BADP Gen I 5" TBE. Giant chunks of metal keep falling off and I have to cap off the holes. Lots of ideas my wallet won't support.

10-29-2008, 07:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
CTDreamin Cummins Nut Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Harahan, LA Posts: 346 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post CTDreamin's Truck Pics	If it was me, I would. I assume you purchased this truck new.

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mikeluna_17 New Mexico Chapter Vice President Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chama,New Mexico Posts: 1,240 Thanks: 2 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts mikeluna_17's Truck Pics	i know if i bought a truck from a dealer, i would make them give me at least GOOD tires __________________ 98.5 24 valve cummins 4X4.LONG BED.NV4500. SMARTY tuned ECM..raptor waiting to be installed 4 " Straight Piped SOON TO BE 5" STRAIGHT PIPE..5" Tip..Silencer Ring GONE!!homemade CAI..headache rack "THE BEAST"

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Hot Stuff Smokin' Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Republic, Ohio Posts: 3,001 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts Hot Stuff's Truck Pics	Yeah, talk to them about the safety factor of on of them blowing out. They should replace them. __________________ '03 Black 2500 QC/LB 4x4, 6 speed, BHAF, 2" lift, black H2's, 35" BFG MT's, B&W turnover, Juice w/ Attitude, 5" str8 pipe, BD lift pump, spin on filters, Firestone bags Ohio Coal Roller

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dodgetrux06 Cummins Nut Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: killeen tx Posts: 330 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts dodgetrux06's Truck Pics	you can try to talk to them i would. but they dont have to fix it. you did buy it and left the lot and tires are not covered. but if you fight it hard enough they will prob help out __________________ 06, 2500 4x4 smarty jr. SB cai. cat, muffler and silencer ring mia. glowshift gauges. tuff country 4.5in lift 35/12.50/17 cooper stt. blacked out h2 wheels. rustolum spray on bedliner on my rockers.

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LittleOleHotShotter Diesel Head Join Date: May 2008 Location: Somewhere in the USA, but I live around CLEARWATER, FL Posts: 1,461 Thanks: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts LittleOleHotShotter's Truck Pics	If its a certified truck which most likely it is due to low miles, brand new tires are required. They have to fix it!!! __________________ Need something shipped??? How about transport talk??? *Shipping Quotes & Auto Transport Forum<-----------Check it out***

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Hot Stuff Smokin' Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Republic, Ohio Posts: 3,001 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts Hot Stuff's Truck Pics	It's a new truck right? Not a used or certified truck. I'd make them put new ones on it. It's not your fault that it sat around for a year on a lot. __________________ '03 Black 2500 QC/LB 4x4, 6 speed, BHAF, 2" lift, black H2's, 35" BFG MT's, B&W turnover, Juice w/ Attitude, 5" str8 pipe, BD lift pump, spin on filters, Firestone bags Ohio Coal Roller

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Pooter Diesel Freak Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 945 Thanks: 6 Thanked 17 Times in 17 Posts Pooter's Truck Pics	If they are the Michelins, call them(tire manufacturer) they have a recall out on them, and they have little to no wear and have the sidewall cracking, theyll pay for a new set of tires. Buddy of mine ended up swapping his stock tires for some 315BFGs for about $50 out of pocket(5tires) Call Michelin and file the claim, then go up the Discount and get some new tires for free __________________ '07 5.9 Mega Cab 2wd/G56 Smarty, Green CAI/Amsoil filter, Guages, 5" TBE, 2.5" Drop Shackles, MyGig Nav

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BLUE STREAK Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: central Alberta Canada Posts: 226 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts BLUE STREAK's Truck Pics	exacty stock tires are lame. get some 35's, leviling kit. BAM yull be stylin. __________________ 91 4x4,5 spd,6" sky jacker lift.38,14.5,r16 toyo mt.233 HP 625 FT/LBS ARMOR.INC RED DEER ALBERTA. ARMORINC.ca

10-30-2008, 06:55 AM	#11 (permalink)
Hot Stuff Smokin' Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Republic, Ohio Posts: 3,001 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts Hot Stuff's Truck Pics	Read guys, he's got a 2wd. 315's won't do him any good. Not everyone wants a truck like that. __________________ '03 Black 2500 QC/LB 4x4, 6 speed, BHAF, 2" lift, black H2's, 35" BFG MT's, B&W turnover, Juice w/ Attitude, 5" str8 pipe, BD lift pump, spin on filters, Firestone bags Ohio Coal Roller

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luckyhat12 Diesel Freak Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hartselle, AL Posts: 664 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts luckyhat12's Truck Pics	My stock michelins have cracks on the sidewalls too. I was told that it didn't hurt anything and was strictly cosmetic. I haven't had any issues so far in 30k miles but that doesn't mean that they won't cause problems. My dad has some on his car that are the same way and they have 100k on them. I think it is just a michelin thing. __________________ --Chris-- 07 Silver QC LB 3500 5.9 4X4 G56 w/ SBC DD, BD Ex. Brake -Full Time RV'er-