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Date:         Fri, 30 Oct 1998 20:48:19 -0600
Reply-To:     Budd Premack <bpremack@WAVETECH.NET>
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From:         Budd Premack <bpremack@WAVETECH.NET>
Subject:      Syncro Spare Tires
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How critical is it, for purposes of safeguarding the viscous coupling, to have a spare tire that is the exact type, size, and tread wear to that of the other tires?

I have a set of four Bridgestone RD 603 tires, size LT 185R14. My spare tire is a Michelin XZX 185R14. They are mounted on my 86 Syncro GL.

So far (crossed fingers here) I have had perfect performance with my Bridgestones. If I should happen to have to use the spare, how far/fast can I drive without causing problems with my viscous coupling?

Would it make any difference if it were the front/rear tire that needed the spare? In either case, would it be helpful to remove the center driveshaft, especially if it occured on a trip many miles away from a replacement Bridgestone tire?

As always, thanks in advance for all responses.

Budd Premack 86 Syncro, 73 Super Minneapolis, MN (Land of Sky-Blue Waters)


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