tires

In the beginning, man invented the wheel, and wise men have aspired for centuries to reinvent it ever since. But until that day comes, at least we have our tires. The true wheels of industry, tires are literally what move us as a society. They carry our people, they transport our goods, they power our civilization.

Tires, in one form or another, have been doing this for centuries now. From the chariots of antiquity, through the horse drawn carriages of early America, to the modern fuel injected machines of today. The top tire brands include Michelin, Firestone, BF Goodrich and Good Year.

But in addition to their practical applications, tires can also be a lot of fun. They come in a ridiculous variety of styles and sizes, allowing for numerous opportunities for accessorizing.

Don't believe us? Just check out the tires on a monster truck. From wide rims to white walls, tires can be as as much of a fashion statement as they are a practical tool in getting from point A to point B.

You'll find bloggers comparing their spare tires at sites like Tire Zoo and Tire Rack.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “tires”

 

• Winch - Wiring In-Cab Controls

  
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  Im getting ready to install dash mounted controls for my winch (on/off switch and momentary on/off/on (for in and out) (Thanks OTRATTW!)). I should be pretty straight forward, but I cannot decide whether I should pull the 12V power supply from the winch or from an ignition triggered accessory circuit. A couple of ...
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• GA Work VSXX 18x9.5/10.5 +27

  
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  Up for sale are my Work VS-XX 5x114.3 18x9.5 and 18x10.5 +27 all around. Had the wheels imported and built by Easton over at CZ Wheels. NO TRADES please. Only 1 wheel has some scuffs. Shown in pics.. its one of the 9.5. PRICE: 2,850 OBO. Located in Ringgold, GA. PLEASE, DO NOT WASTE MY TIME. Text 423-834-2535
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• IL Huge lot of wheels for sale (HRE, CCW, Advan, AMG, BBS)

  
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  PM me if interested or need more pictures. Price does not include paypal fees. I only charge $80 for shipping. Thanks 5x114.3 17" HRE 547R 17x8.5 +35 17x9.5 +44 They will fit nissan 300zx, 240sx s13 s14, Mazda Rx7 fc fd. The chrome is starting to bubble on 3 of the wheels. One wheel has a nick and a slight bend. They ...
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• WALKINSHAW TO MAKE BRITISH F3 BOW NEXT WEEKEND AT SILVERSTONE

  
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  .@seanwalkinshaw will make his competitive debut in the newly re-energised @britishf3 at #Silverstone this weekend The post WALKINSHAW TO MAKE BRITISH F3 BOW NEXT WEEKEND AT SILVERSTONE appeared first on European Motor News .
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• Spidertrax/265/70/17 bfg/17" limited

  
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  Im ordering some wheels and tires so these can go in about a week. The bfgs have less than 2000 miles on them. The wheels do have some blemishes but not looking for much. Spidertrax have been on as long as the tires. Im looking for 800 for the package or 500 for the tires 250 for the wheels 175 for spidertrax
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• CA BRAND NEW 205/40/17 federal 595 evo.

  
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  Sup zilvia! I have an extra 2 federal 595 evos forsale. 205/40/17 BRAND NEW! They ended up being too wide for a 205/40 that i intended so i decided to get different tires. I have ONLY 2 Im located in socal 909 area. rancho/fontana TEXT ONLY for faster response. Looking for 150 obo 909 935 7940
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• Aisin Manual Hubs for IFS

  
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  I have a pair of Aisin hubs from a 1988 4Runner. They look a bit a bit weathered but work fine. Will probably look way better after you clean them. $80 shipped. For $10 more I have a set of OEM cone washers, flat washers, and nuts. If converting from ADD to manual, you dont need them. If you are converting from Warn ...
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• TYRES NEWS * WORLDWIDE

  
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  * UK - Report reinforces perceived value of cold weather tyres Birmingham,West Midlands,UK - Transport Engineer -17 May 2013: -- After a winter that saw very low temperatures for most of the country, ATS Euromasters annual winter weather study shows that the value of fitting cold weather tyres ...
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• WTB: FJ/5th Gen Trail Edition Wheels (VA)

  
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  Looking for a set of 4, or 5, Trail Edition rims. With or without tires... Let me know what you have. Thanks.
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• CA SSR Vienna Courage 18x8.5 +43 18x9+24 and 18x10.5 -21, 5x114.3 **JAPAN**

  
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  Trying to see if there is any interest in these together. I posted the pair of 18x10.5s by themselves in a different thread, but I dont think people see that I have more... http://zilvia.net/f/wheels-tires/518...5x114-3-a.html The 18x8.5s have 2" lips and are in great condition. 8/10 The 18x9s have 3" lips and ...
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• Serfas FMP-969 Floor Pump Review

  
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  Serfas FMP-969 Floor Pump I’ve got a Serfas FP-100 floor pump that has served me well for at least ten years, maybe more. This is the 3rd home I’ve lived in since I bought it, and besides myself, dozens of neighborhood kids have used and abused it. It’s seen plenty of greasy, grubby, dirty hands, filled ...
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• CA 5: 17x9.5 +15, 4x114.3 varestoens te reps

  
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  Hey guys, Im looking to sell some varrstoens that arent being used. They are off of John Russakoffs 2011 formula D car. The wheels were used for three events then have just been sitting since the end of the season. They are spray painted orange but the paint is chipping off. No damage other than the chipping paint. ...
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• 4th Gen Sport Edition Wheels

  
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  (4) 17" Sport Edition Wheels off of my 2004 4Runner, Good Condition, Center Caps included $250 plus actual shipping Located in Fredericksburg, VA Attached Images          
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• CA SSR Type C 17x9.5 +35 Square 5x114.3 Full Set

  
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  These are one of the lightest and strongest wheels you can find at a decent price. Only 16lbs!! Here is your chance to get yourself a set. They are a forged two piece design that has been welded together. They are great for track and autocross. Wheels are in good shape for a used set. They are not mint. Chips and ...
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• FL S14 OEM 4x114.3 w/ Tires $100

  
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  $100 local only! St.Pete 33702 S14 base model 4 lug (4x114.3). took them off my car over a year ago, sat in my shed ever since. previous owner painted the center black. come with center caps that need paint. mis-matched tires, bridgestones and prime wells. x2 195/60 15 x2 195/65 15 used tires with ok tread. ...
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• PA MB competition pair 16x8 +25 5x114.3

  
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  i have a pair of these. 2672067462 philly pa 250 for the pair obo picture from previous owner they have decent tires on them i just have no use. i only run 17s also have a pair of starion 16x8 0 offset for 125
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• JBL center channel speaker disconnect

  
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  I searched for this, but none of the threads asking about this seemed to have any answers. I put in a bluetooth capable head unit, and wired two 10" subs, and noticed immediately that sound quality was greatly diminished, despite a better head unit and good amp for the subs. Simply, it sounds like crap. I have been ...
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• CA MB Weapons Wheels (4) -5x114- 17x8 +28, 17x9 +(17 or 27??) Staggered Gunmetal

  
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  Selling a set (4) of MB Motoring Weapons wheels. Front are 17x8 +27 and rear are 17x9 (+17 or 27 not sure, need to check). The color is gunmetal grey. They are in very good condition except one of them has a slight cut on the lip. Small and wont leak air though. They have tires on them... id say about 50% thread, but ...
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• FS 4th Gen OME 886/9000 coil strut assembly - $425 - Atlanta

  
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  For Sale: Old Man Emu HD 886 coils, 9000 sport struts, assembled with top plates, studs and bolts. The DS coil has a trim packer installed. These were purchased from ToyTec, including their assembly, in August 2012. They were removed after 900 miles of use. There is missing paint from the installation/removal, but ...
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• CA *RARE* Work Bersaglio 18x9.5 +15 & 18x10.5 +15 5x114.3

  
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  Looking to sell my set of Work Bersaglios. NO TRADES! Cash/Paypal only! Work Bersaglio w/ Chrome Faces -Custom sized by VR Wheels to 18x9.5 +15 3" lips & 18x10.5 +15 4" lips -Chrome Faces -Satin Black Work Hardware -Great condition overall -NO TIRES Price: $2350 or $2550 w/ paypal fees shipped ...
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