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Old 04-01-2010, 04:33 AM
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The H3 I have just brought has 24in Rims with Nankang 295/35/24 Tyres on it, these have a Load Index of only 110!!!!!

Now I understand that I should have tyres rated to 114 Load Index as per factory specs!

Now is it safe to drive on the Nankangs with only a load Index of 110? I dont tow or cart heavy stuff around, between 110 and 114 Index is 120kg difference.

Thanks very much again, as if it is unsafe, I wont take delivery on the weekend and look for another, because new tyres will cost me over $2400AUD to replace.

Thanks again..The stupid Aussie.....
 
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Old 04-01-2010, 07:02 AM
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I wouldnt risk it... especially something with that small amount of rubber between the road and the rim... your asking for trouble... I cant imagine it looks good either, but to each their own... Im not even a fan of nankang, they are a cheapo tire to begin with... something better would sit better with me, but again that's just my opinion...

Good luck either way
 
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Old 04-01-2010, 09:49 AM
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I wouldn't be caught dead driving anything with jap rubber?
 
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Old 04-01-2010, 11:19 AM
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Yeah I am with Dag, and Doc. I read your other thread about buying this truck and I stopped myself from saying anything because I am trying to be more liberal about other peoples tastes...however, after reading this I will say that this truck now has 3 major strikes against it
1=lowered
2=24" rims
3=**** tires
 
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Old 04-01-2010, 04:08 PM
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Thanks guys for your responses, I have pulled out from the deal, you are all right on all those points.

I did however have a back up plan, there is a Stock 07 H3 Luxury for sale, for a couple of grand more, so will go with that instead since it has no mods.

Cheers for your help again, I will post pics once I get it next week.

AussieHummer
 
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Old 04-01-2010, 05:20 PM
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I think you made a wise decision Aussie!
 
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