How do I know when to change tires?

lace a penny head first into several tread grooves across the tire. If you always see the top of Lincoln’s head, your treads are shallow and worn. If this is the case, your tires need to be replaced. If part of Lincoln’s head is always covered by the tread, you have more than 2/32 of an inch of tread depth remaining.

How long does it take to change 2 tires?

You can expect two tires to take roughly half an hour, and four tires to take around 55 minutes. We usually allow 5 minutes extra per tire if they are run flats.

Is it OK to change two tires at a time?

Mixing tire brands or even different models may cause handling instability. And when replacing only two, we recommend installing the new tires in the rear and placing the (older but still decent) rear tires in the front. This may help prevent a spinout or oversteer condition on slick roads.

How much should an alignment cost?

A front-end alignment that only involves the two wheels on the front of the car typically costs from $50 to $75, compared to $100 to $150 for a four-wheel alignment. Purchasing a limited warranty that covers the work for a specified period of time or based on mileage limitations costs less than a lifetime warranty.

Do you need an alignment after replacing one tire?

We recommend an alignment after the installation of new tires. That’s because an alignment can help you get the most from your new tires. Wheel alignment checks are always advised after any significant impact with a bumper, a curb, a big pothole, an animal or anything else. It may have knocked your vehicle off spec.

Lim’s Auto Body is a full service auto body and mechanical repair shop locally owned and operated in Largo, Florida. For more information, go to our web site www.limsautobody.com or call (727) 422-3232.