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Old 09-14-2004, 12:40 AM
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Question Need to replace rear tires on CLK430

It's time to replace my rear Pilot Sports, but the Discount Tire rep says it's best to replace all four tires, even though the front ones still have some miles left. What are the pros and cons in replacing just the rears vs. replacing all four?

Also, I've heard great things about PS2's and S03 Pole Positions. Which is the better tire?
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depends on the weather
just get 2 more rear Pilot Sports like you are taking off and by the time they wear out the fronts will be gone also then you replace 4 ... do not mix and match your tires
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Originally Posted by Luke@tirerack
just get 2 more rear Pilot Sports like you are taking off and by the time they wear out the fronts will be gone also then you replace 4 ... do not mix and match your tires
Is it that big of a deal to mix and match tires? I have Pilot Sports in the front and Pirelli's in the rear.
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depends on the weather
it really only creates issues when pushing a car to the limit or in rainy / wet conditions

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