Date:         Tue, 17 Jan 2006 18:44:58 -0700
Reply-To:     bueses <bueses@EARTHLINK.NET>
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From:         bueses <bueses@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject:      Re: costco 15" tires
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> 
> In a message dated 1/17/2006 6:20:45 PM Pacific Standard Time,
> bueses@EARTHLINK.NET writes:
> 
>>> I think you have misinterpreted their policy? I believe that  applies to
>>>> studded tires  only???
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> I got this from the Costco website:
> 
> "Installation of Less Than a Full Set of  Tires
> It is always recommended to replace tires in complete sets. When  purchasing
> less than four tires, the new tires will be installed on the rear of  your
> vehicle regardless of the drive axle. This does not apply to Dual Wheel
> vehicles 
> or vehicles with different size tires on the front and rear of the  vehicle.
> " (from costco.com   reprinted without permission  local  laws apply   your
> mileage may vary    actual mileage  will probably be less ;)
> 
> 
> And on the subject of what tires are correct for your car, it says the  final
> decision is that ofthe tire manager at your local Costco:
> 
> "All tires, both new and those remaining on the vehicle, must meet all
> manufacturersą safety standards and specifications. The final decision to
> install 
> a tire on a vehicle will be made by the Costco Tire center manager or
> supervisor."

Flexibility/customer service must vary according to the costco you attend?
The manager did have to approve the tech's decision to put bigger tires on
my westy, but he did, & they did w/o any hassle. Your mileage may vary, etc.

I was going by the sign in the tire shop itself, I'll have to look at it
more closely next time.

Pax,

Tom-always rotate tires at Costco so never only buy 2?