lhrocker Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 I bought a set of Toyo tires 18 months ago and rotated them with each oil change at 5-6000 miles. I parked the car in my driveway over the weekend when I was on vacation. I got home today and found one tire flat. Upon taking it to the gas station, they found 3 nails and 2 bubbles on the inside sidewall. I then took the tire to STS, where I bought the tires and the extended warranty. They measured the tread on the bad tire as well as my remaining 3 tires to compare with a brand new same model Toyo and the tread measurement was 2/32 (1/16) off between the old and new. Is this within tolerance to replace just a single tire? I was going to replace them all over the summer when cash isn't as tight (tax season) and figured I could use this as a full size spare when I do. Or is it within spec that I should just buy a second and keep them for a while. Or should I just replace everything now. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdventureSubaru Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 I don't foresee any problems with only 1/16 difference. I'd swap it and drive. Doubt you could ever tell the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhrocker Posted February 23, 2012 Author Share Posted February 23, 2012 So I guess I'm good with just one new tire. Cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesm113 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 http://blog.tirerack.com/blog/make-driving-fun/replacing-one-tire-on-an-awd-car- Subaru: Within 1/4-inch of tire circumference or about 2/32-inch of each other in remaining tread depth So you're cutting it close. If tirerack.com carries your tire, you can have them to shave it down for you for $25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhrocker Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 So what if I get a pair of new and keep a pair of old? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesm113 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 you're risking damage to the clutch packs in your transmission. What year/model do you have? Check your owners manual for the exact specs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhrocker Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 2002 Legacy GT Sedan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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