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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 04:40 PM
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had metzler www tires put on ultra 2 months ago.rode 4000 miles and rear tire falling completely apart.not safe to ride home from dealer after oil change.tread separating.
 
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Can I call a tow truck for you?
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by spookeg
had metzler www tires put on ultra 2 months ago.rode 4000 miles and rear tire falling completely apart.not safe to ride home from dealer after oil change.tread separating.
Needs more words.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 05:25 PM
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No, it really doesn't!
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 06:47 PM
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gee gipper you work for metzler or just that way?4000 miles on a rear tire is not worth mentioning?
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 07:29 PM
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My last Metz I put on 11,000 with no problems.... Thats about all I get on any rear tire...
 
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Chances are, you got a old tire. Be careful when you buy tires. There's a way to determine manufacture dates.

Determine the tire's manufacture date by locating the four raised numbers following the tire's Department of Transportation (DOT) code. The first two numbers indicate the week of manufacture. The second two indicate the year. The date code 2608 designates a manufacture date of July 2008. Older tires break down with age, so when buying tires, be sure to check the manufacture date. Do not buy tires that are more than five years old.
 

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