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Originally Posted by cral12
Dang. Bad timing. Just got a pretty nasty rip on one tire (all-weather - Toyo Celsius SUV) on AWD crossover vehicle. Estimating I got about 45,000 km on them, so wasn't planning on new tires this year.
In talking with a couple of tire companies, they recommend replacing all 4 tires, or at least 2 (rear) tires at minimal. My friend who is much more mechanically inclined than I am recommended replacing all four:
"having the front and back at different wear tread depth will be hard on the transfer case"
Appreciated thoughts on this, fine CPers...
Not surprisingly, low stock levels on tires these days, limiting available options.
Thanks
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The type of AWD system makes a big difference. If you have a true centre diff setup, then it is better to not push the tread depth differences front to back too far. If it's a FWD based system like Haldex for example, the front to back difference doesn't matter much unless you're driving in slippery conditions a lot.
Tirerack will shave brand new tires to match. At least they used to.